Abdul-Halim
Abdul-Halim 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 | ح ل م (ḥ-l-m) — forbearance |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Halim
ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm means 'servant of the Forbearing', al-Ḥalīm being the Name of God who does not hasten punishment and gives people time to repent. It was made famous in the Arab world by the Egyptian singer ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm Ḥāfiẓ, and also by the scholar ʿAbd al-Ḥalīm Maḥmūd, Grand Imam of al-Azhar.
Is Abdul-Halim a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Halim is an Islamic name meaning 'servant of the Forbearing', a Name of Allah.
Is Abdul-Halim in the Quran?
'And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing (Ḥalīm)' (Quran 2:225).
Where is the name Abdul-Halim used?
Common in Egypt, the Maghreb (Abdelhalim) and South Asia (Abdul Haleem).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Halim mean?
Abdul-Halim means 'Servant of the Forbearing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Halim a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Halim is an Islamic name meaning 'servant of the Forbearing', a Name of Allah.
How do you write Abdul-Halim in Arabic?
Abdul-Halim is written عبد الحليم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Halim?
Abdul-Halim is pronounced ab-dul-ha-LEEM.
Is Abdul-Halim mentioned in the Quran?
'And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing (Ḥalīm)' (Quran 2:225).