هشام

Hicham

boyArabic, French-style North African spelling

Hicham is a Muslim boy name meaning “Generosity; one who breaks bread for others”.

MeaningGenerosity; one who breaks bread for others
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, French-style North African spelling
Arabic spellingهشام
Pronunciationhee-SHAHM
Arabic rootه ش م (h-sh-m) — to break into pieces
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Hicham

Hicham is the Moroccan and Algerian spelling of Hishām, where French 'ch' stands for the 'sh' sound. The name is linked with generosity through its root, shared with Hāshim. The Moroccan runner Hicham El Guerrouj made the spelling known worldwide.

Is Hicham a Muslim name?

Yes. Hicham is the North African spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Hisham.

Where is the name Hicham used?

Very common in Morocco and Algeria and among Maghrebi families in France and Belgium.

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Spellings and variants of Hicham

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hicham mean?

Hicham means 'Generosity; one who breaks bread for others'. It comes from Arabic, French-style North African spelling.

Is Hicham a Muslim name?

Yes. Hicham is the North African spelling of the Arabic Muslim name Hisham.

How do you write Hicham in Arabic?

Hicham is written هشام in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Hicham?

Hicham is pronounced hee-SHAHM.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.