Hakima
Hakima is a Muslim girl name meaning “Wise woman”.
| Meaning | Wise woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حكيمة |
| Pronunciation | ha-KEE-mah |
| Arabic root | ح ك م (ḥ-k-m) — to judge, to be wise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hakima
Hakima is the feminine of Ḥakīm, 'wise'. It describes a woman of sound judgement and knowledge. The name is particularly well established in Morocco and Algeria, and in Shia tradition Ḥakīma is remembered as a daughter of Imam Muḥammad al-Jawād.
Is Hakima a Muslim name?
Yes. Hakima is a Muslim girls' name from Arabic meaning 'wise'.
Is Hakima in the Quran?
The root gives al-Ḥakīm, 'the All-Wise', as in 'Indeed, You are the All-Knowing, the All-Wise' (Quran 2:32).
Where is the name Hakima used?
Common in Morocco and Algeria, and found in Iran and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Hakima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hakima mean?
Hakima means 'Wise woman'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hakima a Muslim name?
Yes. Hakima is a Muslim girls' name from Arabic meaning 'wise'.
How do you write Hakima in Arabic?
Hakima is written حكيمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hakima?
Hakima is pronounced ha-KEE-mah.
Is Hakima mentioned in the Quran?
The root gives al-Ḥakīm, 'the All-Wise', as in 'Indeed, You are the All-Knowing, the All-Wise' (Quran 2:32).