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Halima

“gentle, patient, mild-mannered”

hah-LEE-mah Arabic, African origin 6 letters 3 syllables
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Halima

gentle, patient, mild-mannered

Arabic, African

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Gentle

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

3

About this name

Halima is an Arabic name of great historical significance, known as the name of the foster mother of the Prophet Muhammad. It denotes a person of patience and gentle nature.

It means "gentle, patient, mild-mannered." Halima has Arabic and African origins. Halima has a popularity score of 55 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced hah-LEE-mah. It is traditionally associated with Islam. It is associated with themes of Virtue and Peace. Its listed personality traits are Patient and Gentle. It has 3 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Aisha and Fatima.

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What does the name Halima mean?

The name Halima means "gentle, patient, mild-mannered."

What origin is the name Halima?

Halima has Arabic and African origins.

Is Halima a boy or girl name?

Halima is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Halima?

Halima is pronounced hah-LEE-mah.

Is Halima popular?

Halima has a popularity score of 55 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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