Hishaam
Hishaam is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Generous; generosity”.
| Meaning | Generous; generosity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | هشام |
| Pronunciation | hee-SHAAM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | United Kingdom, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Hishaam
Hishaam writes Hishām with a double a to show the long vowel. Its root, h-sh-m, describes breaking bread into broth for guests, and that is why the name is associated with generosity, just like the related Hāshim. Hishām, son of ʿAbd al-Malik, who ruled as an Umayyad caliph, carried it. So did Hishām ibn ʿUrwa, one of the major narrators of hadith, which gives the name a scholarly pedigree.
Is Hishaam a Muslim name?
Hishaam is a Muslim name linked with generosity and borne by early Muslims such as the hadith narrator Hishām ibn ʿUrwa.
How popular is Hishaam?
This spelling is mostly chosen by English-speaking and South Asian families, though Hisham is more common.
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Spellings and variants of Hishaam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hishaam mean?
Hishaam means 'Generous; generosity'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hishaam a Muslim name?
Hishaam is a Muslim name linked with generosity and borne by early Muslims such as the hadith narrator Hishām ibn ʿUrwa.
How do you pronounce Hishaam?
Hishaam is pronounced hee-SHAAM.
Is Hishaam a boy or girl name?
Hishaam is usually a boy name.