عليمة

Aleema

girlArabic

Aleema is a Muslim girl name meaning “Very knowledgeable, wise”.

MeaningVery knowledgeable, wise
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingعليمة
Pronunciationa-LEE-mah
Arabic rootع ل م (ʿ-l-m) — to know
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Aleema

Aleema (ʿAlīma) is the feminine of ʿAlīm, an intensive form meaning very knowledgeable. The masculine al-ʿAlīm is one of the Names of God, which is why ʿAbd al-ʿAlīm is used for boys, while ʿAlīma is used for girls in the descriptive sense of a wise woman. It is found mainly in Pakistan and India; Aleema Khan is a known Pakistani bearer.

Is Aleema a Muslim name?

Yes. Aleema is a Muslim name meaning a knowledgeable, wise woman.

Where is the name Aleema used?

Used mainly in Pakistan and India.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Aleema mean?

Aleema means 'Very knowledgeable, wise'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Aleema a Muslim name?

Yes. Aleema is a Muslim name meaning a knowledgeable, wise woman.

How do you write Aleema in Arabic?

Aleema is written عليمة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Aleema?

Aleema is pronounced a-LEE-mah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.