Aleem
Aleem is a Muslim boy name meaning “All-knowing; learned”.
| Meaning | All-knowing; learned |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عليم |
| Pronunciation | ah-LEEM |
| Arabic root | ع ل م (ʿ-l-m) — knowledge |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aleem
Aleem is a spelling of ʿAlīm, 'knowing', an intensive form from the root of ʿilm. Al-ʿAlīm, the All-Knowing, is one of the most frequent names of God in the Quran, so many families use Abdul Aleem, 'servant of the All-Knowing'. Aleem on its own is also common in Pakistan and India, where it is understood as 'learned'.
Is Aleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Aleem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin related to al-ʿAlīm, a name of God. Some families prefer the form Abdul Aleem.
Is Aleem in the Quran?
The angels say in the Quran: 'Indeed, it is You who is the Knowing (al-ʿAlīm), the Wise' (Quran 2:32).
Where is the name Aleem used?
Common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Aleem
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Spellings and variants of Aleem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aleem mean?
Aleem means 'All-knowing; learned'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Aleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Aleem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin related to al-ʿAlīm, a name of God. Some families prefer the form Abdul Aleem.
How do you write Aleem in Arabic?
Aleem is written عليم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aleem?
Aleem is pronounced ah-LEEM.
Is Aleem mentioned in the Quran?
The angels say in the Quran: 'Indeed, it is You who is the Knowing (al-ʿAlīm), the Wise' (Quran 2:32).