Halima
Halima 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 | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Halima
Halima, ḥalīma in Arabic, describes a woman with a gentle, calm and patient nature. Ḥalīma al-Saʿdiyya took the baby Muhammad ﷺ out to the desert to nurse him, and Muslims still speak of her with deep affection. The name is found in every corner of the Muslim world, from West Africa right across to Central Asia. Hausa speakers may write it Halima or Halimatu.
Is Halima a Muslim name?
Halima is a classic Muslim name that keeps alive the memory of Halima al-Sadiyya, who fostered the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How popular is Halima?
Halima is widely used throughout the Muslim world, especially in Nigeria, Somalia, Morocco and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Halima
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Spellings and variants of Halima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Halima mean?
Halima means 'Gentle and patient'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Halima a Muslim name?
Halima is a classic Muslim name that keeps alive the memory of Halima al-Sadiyya, who fostered the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you pronounce Halima?
Halima is pronounced ha-LEE-mah.
Is Halima a boy or girl name?
Halima is usually a girl name.