Hamdan
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Hamdan is an Arabic name meaning “the praised one”. It is a uncommon name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 100% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Hamdan
Hamdan is a name of Arabic origin, meaning the praised one. It is derived from the root h-m-d, which is identical to the root found in the name Muhammad. Historically, the name has been favored for its association with gratitude and praise towards the divine. It is deeply rooted in Islamic naming traditions that prioritize virtues of thankfulness.
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Gender Usage of the Name Hamdan
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Hamdan is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 100% of recorded bearers are male. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Hamdan
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Hamdan is listed under Uncommon Boy Names worldwide. Its popularity varies considerably across the available regional markets, with the strongest usage in United Kingdom.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Uncommon | 1 in every 717K births |
| United Kingdom | Common | 1 in every 24K births |
| Canada | Popular | 1 in every 43K births |
| Australia | Common | 1 in every 412K births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Hamdan ranked #1,262 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2025). It rose from #1,581 in 2024 — an improvement of 319 places. Hamdan shows meaningful recent movement in rank, though it remains uncommon overall.
Historically, its best recorded position was #693 in 2018. Its lowest recorded position was #7,443 in 2006. Over the last 5 years (2020–2025) the name rose 477 places (from #1,739 to #1,262).
Characteristics of the Name Hamdan
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- CMU
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 6 letters — Medium-Length Boy Names
- Starts with
- H — Boy Names Starting with H
- Ends with
- n — Boy Names Ending in “n”
Name AestheticMethodology
Hamdan utilizes two syllables with a strong initial stress, creating a firm and commanding auditory impact. This phonetic density is reinforced by the cultural presence of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai. The name projects a Strong & Powerful aesthetic through this combination of brevity and contemporary prominence.
Middle Names For Hamdan
Middle name suggestions for HamdanMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Hamdan is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “m”.
Examples: Hamdan Malik · Hamdan Micah · Hamdan Monte · Hamdan Myron · Hamdan Mikel. View all 76 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Hamdan
Sound Like Hamdan Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Hamdaan · Hamadoun · Humdan
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Henry · Jose · Harold · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Hamdan Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: John · Steven · Kevin · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Robert · Michael · William · View all Top 100 names
Dictionary & Etymology of “Hamdan”
Dictionary Meaning of "Hamdan"Methodology
A surname
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How to Spell Hamdan in ASL
- H
- a
- m
- d
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- n
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