Hikmah
Hikmah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Wisdom, deep understanding”.
| Meaning | Wisdom, deep understanding |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حكمة |
| Pronunciation | HIK-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Hikmah
Hikmah is a spelling of the Arabic ḥikma that adds a final h for the tāʾ marbūṭa ending. This form is preferred in Malaysia and Indonesia, and by Muslims who speak English. The root ḥ-k-m means to judge or be wise, and the name stands for wisdom in its fullest sense, where insight leads to right action. When the Quran mentions al-ḥikma, many classical scholars took it to mean the Sunnah, or a deep grasp of the religion.
Is Hikmah a Muslim name?
Hikmah means wisdom, a word that recurs in the Quran, as in 'He gives wisdom to whom He wills, and whoever has been given wisdom has certainly been given much good' (Quran 2:269).
How popular is Hikmah?
It is popular in Malaysia and Indonesia and with Muslims across the English-speaking world.
Gifts with the name Hikmah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hikmah mean?
Hikmah means 'Wisdom, deep understanding'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hikmah a Muslim name?
Hikmah means wisdom, a word that recurs in the Quran, as in 'He gives wisdom to whom He wills, and whoever has been given wisdom has certainly been given much good' (Quran 2:269).
How do you pronounce Hikmah?
Hikmah is pronounced HIK-mah.
Is Hikmah a boy or girl name?
Hikmah is usually a girl name.