Halima
Halima 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 Halima
Halima (ḥalīma) means a woman who is gentle, calm and forbearing. Ḥalīma al-Saʿdiyya took the infant Muhammad ﷺ into the desert to nurse him, and Muslims remember her with great affection. The name is used everywhere from West Africa to Central Asia; in Hausa it may appear as Halima or Halimatu.
Is Halima a Muslim name?
Yes. Halima is a classic Muslim name. It was the name of Halima al-Sadiyya, foster mother of the Prophet Muhammad.
Where is the name Halima used?
Widely used across the Muslim world, especially in Nigeria, Somalia, Morocco and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Halima mean?
Halima means 'Gentle, patient, forbearing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Halima a Muslim name?
Yes. Halima is a classic Muslim name. It was the name of Halima al-Sadiyya, foster mother of the Prophet Muhammad.
How do you write Halima in Arabic?
Halima is written حليمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Halima?
Halima is pronounced ha-LEE-mah.