Haleemah
Haleemah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gentle, patient, forbearing”.
| Meaning | Gentle, patient, forbearing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حليمة |
| Pronunciation | ha-LEE-mah |
| Arabic root | ح ل م (ḥ-l-m) — to be forbearing, patient |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Haleemah
Haleemah combines the long 'ee' of South Asian spelling with the final 'h' for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. It is a form of Ḥalīma, 'gentle and forbearing', the name of the Prophet's foster mother Ḥalīma al-Saʿdiyya, who nursed him among the Banū Saʿd.
Is Haleemah a Muslim name?
Yes. Haleemah is a spelling of Halima, a Muslim name linked to the Prophet's wet nurse.
Where is the name Haleemah used?
Used mainly by English-speaking and South Asian Muslim families.
Gifts with the name Haleemah
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Spellings and variants of Haleemah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haleemah mean?
Haleemah means 'Gentle, patient, forbearing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Haleemah a Muslim name?
Yes. Haleemah is a spelling of Halima, a Muslim name linked to the Prophet's wet nurse.
How do you write Haleemah in Arabic?
Haleemah is written حليمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Haleemah?
Haleemah is pronounced ha-LEE-mah.