Hamad Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAH-mad / /hæˈmɑːd/Arabic; Urdu
Meaning
praised; commendable
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Hamad is derived from the root 'ḥ-m-d', which relates to praise and commendation. It is a common name in many Arabic-speaking countries and is often associated with positive attributes. In Urdu, the name carries similar meanings and is used among Muslim communities, reflecting cultural appreciation for virtuous qualities.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Hameed
- Hamed
International Variants
- Hamad (Arabic)
- Hameed (Arabic)
- Hamed (Persian)
Famous people named Hamad
Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani — former Emir of Qatar.
Hamad Al-Mansoori — Emirati astronaut.
Fictional characters named Hamad
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hamad was first seen in the United States in 1990. Hamad has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Hamad has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hamad (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 15 |