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The Hashemite Royal Family is celebrating. Princess Iman Bint Al Hussein turns one today, an exceptional day her father, Prince Hussein, wanted to share with everyone. On his Instagram, the crown prince posted a sweet birthday tribute with colorful prints of his daughter’s hands and feet, paired with a message in Arabic that reads, “Oh God, protect her with your tireless gaze, for she is your greatest and most beautiful blessing. Happy birthday, my beloved Iman.” This heartfelt gesture, full of love, is moving in its simplicity and spiritual meaning.
The post reveals a more intimate side of the crown prince, who has shown a profound transformation since the birth of his daughter. Little Iman has brought a new light to the royal family, becoming the center of attention since her arrival on August 3, 2024, exactly 14 months after the wedding of her parents, Prince Hussein and Rajwa Alseif.
The first granddaughter of King Abdullah and Queen Rania
Iman is the first granddaughter of King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan, and her birth marked a turning point in the lives of the monarchs, especially for her grandmother. Since the baby's birth, Rania has joyfully embraced her new role as a grandmother, cherishing precious moments with her. “Little Iman, you’ve already stolen my heart. Our family has never been happier,” Rania wrote in one of her first posts after the princess was born.
Queen Rania has been seen on several occasions holding her granddaughter Iman in her arms, showing a warm and affectionate side that has been deeply appreciated by the Jordanian people. However, Iman is not the only grandchild of the royal couple. This past February, on Valentine’s Day, Princess Iman—the second daughter of King Abdullah II and Queen Rania—and her husband, Venezuelan-Greek financier Jameel Alexander Thermiotis, welcomed a baby girl named Amina, who became the second granddaughter of the Jordanian monarchs.
A very special birthday
The date is meaningful not just because it marks Iman’s first year of life, but also because it comes just five weeks after her father’s birthday. On June 28, Crown Prince Hussein turned 31 and received a sweet message from his mother, in which little Iman was also in the spotlight. “Happy birthday, my dear Hussein. Baby Iman’s greatest hero,” Queen Rania wrote. The closeness between Iman’s birthday and her father’s has made this summer especially emotional and full of celebrations for the Jordanian royal family.
Since her birth, Princess Iman has played a special role in the public life of the Hashemite Royal Family, winning everyone’s hearts. Over the past months, Princes Hussein and Rajwa have shared heartwarming images of their daughter in everyday moments.
One of the most memorable moments was when she cheered for the national football team at just three months old, dressed in a white onesie with the Jordanian team’s crest on her chest, held in her father Prince Hussein’s arms, who was also wearing a black national team jersey. That photo was later recreated a few months afterward.
Another widely talked about moment came from Queen Rania, who surprised many by appearing in a Zoom work meeting from home with little Iman in her arms. The queen, continuing with her official duties, captioned the image with a line that brought smiles: “Princess Iman’s first board meeting earlier this week.” Many interpreted this sweet and playful comment as the baby's first 'official engagement,' demonstrating how Rania skillfully combines her royal role with that of a loving grandmother.
The little one also stole the spotlight in the New Year’s greeting shared by her parents. Dressed in a pink dress, white tights, and beige shoes with bows, she makes a sweet gesture while Hussein holds her in the photo. “Grateful for God’s countless blessings. We wish you and our beloved Jordan a New Year full of success and prosperity,” they wrote alongside the image. "The way the couple gazes at her conveys a profound sense of love for little Iman."
Without a doubt, the princess, who shares her name with one of her aunts, has been described as a bright and joyful child. Her presence has brought a new emotional depth to the public life of the Jordanian royals.