Alim
Alim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Knowing, learned, knowledgeable”.
| Meaning | Knowing, learned, knowledgeable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عليم |
| Pronunciation | ah-LEEM |
| Arabic root | ع ل م (ʿ-l-m) — to know |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Alim
Alim usually represents ʿAlīm, 'all-knowing' or 'deeply learned'; it can also stand for ʿĀlim, 'a scholar', the singular of ʿulamāʾ. Because al-ʿAlīm is one of the Names of Allah, many families prefer the compound ʿAbd al-ʿAlīm (Abdul Alim) for a boy. Alim is also used in Central Asia and among Tatars and Bashkirs.
Is Alim a Muslim name?
Yes. Alim is a Muslim name from the Arabic root for knowledge. Some families prefer Abdul Alim, since al-ʿAlīm (the All-Knowing) is a Name of Allah.
Is Alim in the Quran?
Al-ʿAlīm is a Name of Allah, as when the angels say: 'Indeed, You are the All-Knowing, the All-Wise' (Quran 2:32).
Where is the name Alim used?
Used in South Asia, Central Asia and among Tatars, often as Aleem or Abdul Alim.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alim mean?
Alim means 'Knowing, learned, knowledgeable'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Alim a Muslim name?
Yes. Alim is a Muslim name from the Arabic root for knowledge. Some families prefer Abdul Alim, since al-ʿAlīm (the All-Knowing) is a Name of Allah.
How do you write Alim in Arabic?
Alim is written عليم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Alim?
Alim is pronounced ah-LEEM.
Is Alim mentioned in the Quran?
Al-ʿAlīm is a Name of Allah, as when the angels say: 'Indeed, You are the All-Knowing, the All-Wise' (Quran 2:32).