Haleema
Haleema is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gentle and patient”.
| Meaning | Gentle and patient |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حليمة |
| Pronunciation | ha-LEE-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Haleema
Haleema is the way South Asian families usually write Ḥalīma, the female form of Ḥalīm. It describes a woman with a mild temper who does not lose patience easily. The name is treasured because of Ḥalīma al-Saʿdiyya, the Bedouin woman who nursed the infant Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and looked after him during the first years of his life. Halima and Halimah are other common spellings.
Is Haleema a Muslim name?
Haleema is a Muslim name meaning gentle and patient, recalling Halima al-Sadiyya, the Prophet's foster mother.
How popular is Haleema?
Haleema is common in Pakistan and India and with South Asian families abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Haleema
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haleema mean?
Haleema means 'Gentle and patient'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Haleema a Muslim name?
Haleema is a Muslim name meaning gentle and patient, recalling Halima al-Sadiyya, the Prophet's foster mother.
How do you pronounce Haleema?
Haleema is pronounced ha-LEE-mah.
Is Haleema a boy or girl name?
Haleema is usually a girl name.