Hisham
Hisham is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Generous; generosity”.
| Meaning | Generous; generosity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | هشام |
| Pronunciation | hee-SHAHM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Egypt, Morocco |
Meaning and origin of Hisham
Hisham comes from the Arabic root h-sh-m, which describes crumbling bread into broth for visitors, so the name is understood to mean generosity. It has a long line of distinguished bearers. Among them are Hishām ibn Ḥakīm, a Companion of the Prophet, the scholar Hishām ibn ʿUrwa of Madinah, and the Umayyad ruler Hishām ibn ʿAbd al-Malik. Egyptians often spell it Hesham, while in the Maghreb it becomes Hichem.
Is Hisham a Muslim name?
Hisham is a classic Muslim name, carried by a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ and by many early scholars.
How popular is Hisham?
It is common across the Arab world and with Muslims everywhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hisham mean?
Hisham means 'Generous; generosity'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hisham a Muslim name?
Hisham is a classic Muslim name, carried by a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ and by many early scholars.
How do you pronounce Hisham?
Hisham is pronounced hee-SHAHM.
Is Hisham a boy or girl name?
Hisham is usually a boy name.