Abdul-Haleem
Abdul-Haleem is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Forbearing”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Forbearing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الحليم |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-ha-LEEM |
| Arabic root | ع ب د (ʿ-b-d) — to worship, to serve |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Haleem
Abdul-Haleem is ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm, 'servant of the Forbearing', the One who does not hasten to punish. It is famous through the Egyptian singer ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm Ḥāfiẓ and the Azhar rector ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm Maḥmūd. The quality of ḥilm, calm forbearance, was praised by the Prophet ﷺ as a trait loved by God.
Is Abdul-Haleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Haleem is a Muslim name meaning 'servant of the forbearing', built on al-Ḥalīm, one of the names of God.
Is Abdul-Haleem in the Quran?
'And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing (ḥalīm)' (Quran 2:225).
Where is the name Abdul-Haleem used?
Common in Egypt, South Asia and Malaysia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Haleem mean?
Abdul-Haleem means 'Servant of the Forbearing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Haleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Haleem is a Muslim name meaning 'servant of the forbearing', built on al-Ḥalīm, one of the names of God.
How do you write Abdul-Haleem in Arabic?
Abdul-Haleem is written عبد الحليم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Haleem?
Abdul-Haleem is pronounced ab-dul-ha-LEEM.
Is Abdul-Haleem mentioned in the Quran?
'And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing (ḥalīm)' (Quran 2:225).