Hikmah
Hikmah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Wisdom, deep understanding”.
| Meaning | Wisdom, deep understanding |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حكمة |
| Pronunciation | HIK-mah |
| Arabic root | ح ك م (ḥ-k-m) — to judge, to be wise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hikmah
Hikmah is a spelling of Arabic ḥikma with the final -h for the tāʾ marbūṭa, favoured in Malaysia, Indonesia and among English-speaking Muslims. It means wisdom in the full sense of insight joined to right action. Classical scholars often explained al-ḥikma in the Quran as the Sunnah or as deep understanding of the religion.
Is Hikmah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hikmah is a Muslim name meaning wisdom, a word that appears repeatedly in the Quran.
Is Hikmah in the Quran?
'He gives wisdom to whom He wills, and whoever has been given wisdom has certainly been given much good' (Quran 2:269).
Where is the name Hikmah used?
Popular in Malaysia and Indonesia and among Muslims in the English-speaking world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hikmah mean?
Hikmah means 'Wisdom, deep understanding'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hikmah a Muslim name?
Yes. Hikmah is a Muslim name meaning wisdom, a word that appears repeatedly in the Quran.
How do you write Hikmah in Arabic?
Hikmah is written حكمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hikmah?
Hikmah is pronounced HIK-mah.
Is Hikmah mentioned in the Quran?
'He gives wisdom to whom He wills, and whoever has been given wisdom has certainly been given much good' (Quran 2:269).