Abdul-Haleem
Abdul-Haleem is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Forbearing”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Forbearing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الحليم |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-ha-LEEM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Pakistan, India, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Haleem
Abdul-Haleem means 'servant of the Forbearing', from ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm, referring to God who is patient and slow to punish. The Prophet ﷺ praised ḥilm, calm and gentle forbearance, as a quality God loves. In the modern era the name won wide fame through ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm Ḥāfiẓ, Egypt's much-loved singer. It was also carried by ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm Maḥmūd, who led al-Azhar as its rector.
Is Abdul-Haleem a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Ḥalīm, and the Quran says: 'And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing (ḥalīm)' (Quran 2:225).
How popular is Abdul-Haleem?
It is widely used in Egypt, South Asia and Malaysia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Haleem mean?
Abdul-Haleem means 'Servant of the Forbearing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Haleem a Muslim name?
The name rests on al-Ḥalīm, and the Quran says: 'And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing (ḥalīm)' (Quran 2:225).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Haleem?
Abdul-Haleem is pronounced ab-dul-ha-LEEM.
Is Abdul-Haleem a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Haleem is usually a boy name.