Hashim
Hashim is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Generous one who breaks bread for others”.
| Meaning | Generous one who breaks bread for others |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | هاشم |
| Pronunciation | HAA-shim |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Turkey, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Hashim
Hashim comes from the Arabic root h-sh-m, which carries the idea of crushing or breaking something into pieces. It began as a nickname for ʿAmr ibn ʿAbd Manāf, the great-grandfather of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who crumbled bread into broth so the pilgrims of Makkah could eat during a time of famine. His family line became known as Banū Hāshim, the clan of the Prophet himself. For that reason the name has always been tied to open-handed generosity.
Is Hashim a Muslim name?
Muslims give this name to honour the Prophet's great-grandfather and the noble clan of Banū Hāshim that carries his name.
How popular is Hashim?
You will meet Hashim across the Arab world, South Asia and Africa, and in Turkey as Haşim.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hashim mean?
Hashim means 'Generous one who breaks bread for others'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hashim a Muslim name?
Muslims give this name to honour the Prophet's great-grandfather and the noble clan of Banū Hāshim that carries his name.
How do you pronounce Hashim?
Hashim is pronounced HAA-shim.
Is Hashim a boy or girl name?
Hashim is usually a boy name.