Hatim
Hatim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Decisive, firm; judge”.
| Meaning | Decisive, firm; judge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حاتم |
| Pronunciation | HAA-tim |
| Arabic root | ح ت م (ḥ-t-m) — to decide, make binding |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hatim
Hatim (Ḥātim) means one who decides firmly, a judge whose word is final. The name is forever linked with Ḥātim al-Ṭāʾī, a pre-Islamic Arab chief whose generosity became proverbial; his son ʿAdī and daughter Saffāna later accepted Islam. In Morocco it is often spelled Hatim or Hatem.
Is Hatim a Muslim name?
Yes. Hatim is an Arabic name used by Muslims, famous for the generous Ḥātim al-Ṭāʾī.
Where is the name Hatim used?
Used in Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, the Levant and among Bohra families in India.
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Spellings and variants of Hatim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hatim mean?
Hatim means 'Decisive, firm; judge'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hatim a Muslim name?
Yes. Hatim is an Arabic name used by Muslims, famous for the generous Ḥātim al-Ṭāʾī.
How do you write Hatim in Arabic?
Hatim is written حاتم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hatim?
Hatim is pronounced HAA-tim.