Hamad
Meaning of Hamad
The name Hamad is a male given name of Arabic origin, pronounced as HAH-mahd (/hɑməd/). It is closely related to the names Hamid and Hamada. The name Hamad carries significant cultural and religious connotations in the Arab world, often associated with praise and gratitude. This name has been used sporadically in the United States, reflecting its unique cultural heritage and appeal among families seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their sons. Over the past few decades, the popularity of Hamad in the U.S. has fluctuated, with its highest occurrence reaching 33 newborns in 2014. Despite its relatively low ranking compared to more common names, Hamad remains a cherished choice for those who value its deep-rooted significance and elegant simplicity.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as HAH-mahd (/hɑməd/)
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Notable People Named Hamad
| Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, a member of the ruling Qatari royal family, served as the Emir of Qatar from 1995 to 2013 before abdicating in favor of his son. |
| Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani - Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim Al Thani, also known as HBJ, is a Qatari politician who served as the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Qatar. |
| Hamad ibn Isa Al Khalifa was the ruler of Bahrain from 1932 to 1942. |
| Hamad Kalkaba Malboum is a prominent Cameroonian athletics official and the current President of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) since 2003. |
| Hamad bin Jabor bin Jassim Al Thani - Sheikh Hamad bin Jabor bin Jassim bin Jabor bin Muhammed Al Thani was appointed as the Director General of the General Secretariat for Development Planning (GSDP) and Chairman of Qatar Statistics Authority (QSA) by the previous Emir of Qatar in 2007. |
| Hamad Bin Khalifa Bin Ahmed Al-Thani - Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al-Thani is a prominent Qatari football administrator, coach, and member of the FIFA Council and AFC Professional Football Committee, having served as the president of the Qatar Football Association from 2005 to 2023. |
| Hamad bin Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani - Shaikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Hamad bin Abdullah bin Jassim bin Muhammed Al Thani served as the commander in chief of the Qatar Police and Minister for Economy and Trade. |
| Hamad bin Thamer Al Thani - Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer bin Mohammed Al Thani is the chairman of the board of the Al Jazeera Media Network, based in Qatar. |
| Hamad Ndikumana, also known as Katauti, was a Rwandan football defender known for his excellent tackling, who passed away on November 15, 2017. |
| Hamad Khalaily was an Arab-Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset for the Alignment from 1981 until 1984. |
| Hamad Khalid is an Emirati footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper. |
| Hamad Mubarak Al-Attiya is a Qatari footballer who participated in the men's tournament at the 1992 Summer Olympics. |
| Hamad Al-Hammadi is a Qatari table tennis player who competed in the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics. |
| Hamad Al-Ahbabi is an Emirati footballer known for his role as a striker. |
| Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah is a Kuwaiti politician and diplomat, who served as the Deputy Prime Minister and former Minister of Defense from December 14, 2020, until February 17, 2022. |
