Hakim
Hakim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Wise; physician”.
| Meaning | Wise; physician |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حكيم |
| Pronunciation | ha-KEEM |
| Arabic root | ح ك م (ḥ-k-m) — to judge, to be wise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hakim
Hakim (ḥakīm) means 'wise' and al-Ḥakīm, the All-Wise, is one of the names of God, often used as ʿAbd al-Ḥakīm. In Persian, Urdu and Turkish the word also came to mean a physician, especially a practitioner of traditional medicine. Ḥakīm ibn Ḥizām, a nephew of Khadīja, was a Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Hakim a Muslim name?
Yes. Hakim is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'wise'. It is connected to al-Hakim, one of God's names.
Is Hakim in the Quran?
The word appears often, as in the angels' words: 'Indeed, You are the All-Knowing, the All-Wise' (Quran 2:32).
Where is the name Hakim used?
Used across the Muslim world, from North Africa to South Asia and Malaysia.
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Spellings and variants of Hakim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hakim mean?
Hakim means 'Wise; physician'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hakim a Muslim name?
Yes. Hakim is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'wise'. It is connected to al-Hakim, one of God's names.
How do you write Hakim in Arabic?
Hakim is written حكيم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hakim?
Hakim is pronounced ha-KEEM.
Is Hakim mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears often, as in the angels' words: 'Indeed, You are the All-Knowing, the All-Wise' (Quran 2:32).