Hamim
Hamim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Close, intimate friend”.
| Meaning | Close, intimate friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حميم |
| Pronunciation | ha-MEEM |
| Arabic root | ح م م (ḥ-m-m) — to be hot; to be close |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hamim
Hamim (ḥamīm) means a close, warm friend. The Quran uses it when it teaches that repelling evil with good can turn an enemy into a devoted friend. As a given name it is most popular in Bangladesh and Malaysia. The same word can also mean 'boiling water' in other verses, so families rely on the friendship sense.
Is Hamim a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamim is a Quranic Arabic word meaning 'close friend', used as a Muslim boys' name.
Is Hamim in the Quran?
It appears in: 'and the one between whom and you is enmity will become as though he were a devoted friend' (Quran 41:34).
Where is the name Hamim used?
Used mainly in Bangladesh, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Hamim
- Hamim name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hamim baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hamim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamim mean?
Hamim means 'Close, intimate friend'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hamim a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamim is a Quranic Arabic word meaning 'close friend', used as a Muslim boys' name.
How do you write Hamim in Arabic?
Hamim is written حميم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hamim?
Hamim is pronounced ha-MEEM.
Is Hamim mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in: 'and the one between whom and you is enmity will become as though he were a devoted friend' (Quran 41:34).