Hakeem
Hakeem is a Muslim boy name meaning “Wise”.
| Meaning | Wise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حكيم |
| Pronunciation | hah-KEEM |
| Arabic root | ح ك م (ḥ-k-m) — wisdom, judgement |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hakeem
Hakeem (Ḥakīm) means 'wise' in Arabic. Al-Ḥakīm, 'the All-Wise', is one of the names of Allah, which is why Abdul-Hakim is also a common name. In Arabic and Urdu, ḥakīm can also mean a traditional physician.
Is Hakeem a Muslim name?
Yes. Hakeem is a Muslim name meaning 'wise'. Al-Hakim is one of the names of Allah and appears often in the Quran.
Is Hakeem in the Quran?
Al-Ḥakīm appears in the Quran nearly a hundred times, often as 'the Almighty, the All-Wise' (e.g. Quran 2:129).
Where is the name Hakeem used?
Used across the Muslim world and in the African-American Muslim community.
Gifts with the name Hakeem
- Hakeem name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hakeem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hakeem mean?
Hakeem means 'Wise'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hakeem a Muslim name?
Yes. Hakeem is a Muslim name meaning 'wise'. Al-Hakim is one of the names of Allah and appears often in the Quran.
How do you write Hakeem in Arabic?
Hakeem is written حكيم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hakeem?
Hakeem is pronounced hah-KEEM.
Is Hakeem mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Ḥakīm appears in the Quran nearly a hundred times, often as 'the Almighty, the All-Wise' (e.g. Quran 2:129).