Hishaam
Hishaam is a Muslim boy name meaning “Generosity, generous”.
| Meaning | Generosity, generous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | هشام |
| Pronunciation | hee-SHAAM |
| Arabic root | ه ش م (h-sh-m) — to crush, to break (bread for guests) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hishaam
Hishaam is a spelling of Hishām with a doubled a to show the long vowel. The root h-sh-m means to break bread into a broth for guests, which is why the name is linked with generosity, like the related name Hāshim. It was borne by the Umayyad caliph Hishām ibn ʿAbd al-Malik and by Hishām ibn ʿUrwa, a major hadith narrator.
Is Hishaam a Muslim name?
Yes. Hishaam is a Muslim name of Arabic origin associated with generosity, carried by early Muslims including the hadith narrator Hishām ibn ʿUrwa.
Where is the name Hishaam used?
Used mostly in English-speaking and South Asian families; Hisham is the more common spelling.
Gifts with the name Hishaam
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Spellings and variants of Hishaam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hishaam mean?
Hishaam means 'Generosity, generous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hishaam a Muslim name?
Yes. Hishaam is a Muslim name of Arabic origin associated with generosity, carried by early Muslims including the hadith narrator Hishām ibn ʿUrwa.
How do you write Hishaam in Arabic?
Hishaam is written هشام in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hishaam?
Hishaam is pronounced hee-SHAAM.