Haleemah
Haleemah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gentle and forbearing”.
| Meaning | Gentle and forbearing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حليمة |
| Pronunciation | ha-LEE-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Haleemah
Haleemah brings together two spelling habits: the long ee common in South Asia and the closing h that stands for the Arabic feminine ending. Behind both lies Ḥalīma, a name meaning gentle and forbearing. It belonged to Ḥalīma al-Saʿdiyya, the Prophet's foster mother. She nursed him among her own people, the Banū Saʿd, in the open desert, far from the city of Makkah.
Is Haleemah a Muslim name?
Haleemah is simply another way of writing Halima and recalls the woman who nursed the Prophet ﷺ.
How popular is Haleemah?
Haleemah is used mainly by South Asian and English-speaking Muslim families.
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Spellings and variants of Haleemah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haleemah mean?
Haleemah means 'Gentle and forbearing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Haleemah a Muslim name?
Haleemah is simply another way of writing Halima and recalls the woman who nursed the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you pronounce Haleemah?
Haleemah is pronounced ha-LEE-mah.
Is Haleemah a boy or girl name?
Haleemah is usually a girl name.