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Hamida Begum

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Meaning

Praiseworthy lady

Linguistic Origin

Arabic / Turkic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

South Asia
Capturing elegance and depth, Hamida Begum stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Praiseworthy lady', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic/Turkic regions, Hamida Begum has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Hamida Begum is a compound of "hamida" (praiseworthy, from the root h-m-d) and "Begum," a Turkic and Persian title of respect.

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Etymology

A compound of the Arabic Hamidah ('praiseworthy') and the Turkic title begum - notably borne by Hamida Banu Begum, mother of the Mughal emperor Akbar.

Notable Historical Usage

Hamida Banu Begum was the wife of Humayun and mother of Akbar, who commissioned her husband's tomb in Delhi.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across South Asian Muslim communities, particularly as a girl's name.