Kaleem
Kaleem is a Muslim boy name meaning “One spoken to, speaker”.
| Meaning | One spoken to, speaker |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | كليم |
| Pronunciation | ka-LEEM |
| Arabic root | ك ل م (k-l-m) — to speak |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kaleem
Kaleem is a spelling of Kalīm, 'one who is spoken to' or 'interlocutor'. It is famous as part of Kalīm Allāh, the title of the Prophet Musa (Moses), to whom God spoke directly. The name and the compound Kaleemullah are popular in Pakistan and India.
Is Kaleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Kaleem is a Muslim name, connected with Kalimullah, the title of the Prophet Musa.
Is Kaleem in the Quran?
The root is used of Musa: 'And Allah spoke to Moses with direct speech' (Quran 4:164).
Where is the name Kaleem used?
Common in Pakistan and India, both alone and as Kaleemullah.
Gifts with the name Kaleem
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Spellings and variants of Kaleem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaleem mean?
Kaleem means 'One spoken to, speaker'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Kaleem a Muslim name?
Yes. Kaleem is a Muslim name, connected with Kalimullah, the title of the Prophet Musa.
How do you write Kaleem in Arabic?
Kaleem is written كليم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kaleem?
Kaleem is pronounced ka-LEEM.
Is Kaleem mentioned in the Quran?
The root is used of Musa: 'And Allah spoke to Moses with direct speech' (Quran 4:164).