Hamdan
Meaning of Hamdan
The name Hamdan is a male given name of Arabic origin, pronounced as HAM-dahn (/hæmˈdɑn/). It carries the meaning of "praiseworthy" or "one who praises," reflecting a positive and admirable trait. The name shares its roots with other Arabic names such as Hamza and Hamid, which also convey similar meanings related to praise and commendation. In the United States, Hamdan has seen modest but consistent use over the years, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 41 newborns annually between 2002 and 2023. Despite its relatively low rank in popularity, it remains a meaningful choice for parents looking for a name that embodies respect and admiration.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as HAM-dahn (/hæmˈdɑn/)
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Notable People Named Hamdan
| Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum - Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, also known as Fazza, is the Crown Prince of Dubai and a prominent figure in equestrian sports and poetry. |
| Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum was an influential Emirati politician, serving as the deputy ruler of Dubai and the minister of finance and industry of the United Arab Emirates. |
| Hamdan bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan is an Emirati royal and politician, serving as the ruler's representative in Al Dhafrah region of Abu Dhabi and a son of the late Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. |
| Muhammad Hamdan Zamzani is an Indonesian professional footballer known for his role as a centre-back for Liga 2 club Persipa Pati. |
| Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan - Hamdan bin Mubarak al Nahyan is a prominent member of the Al Nahyan family in the United Arab Emirates and served as the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. |
| Hamdan Sheikh Tahir - Hamdan bin Sheikh Tahir served as the 6th Governor of Penang, Malaysia from 1989 to 2001. |
