Halima
/ha-LEE-ma/
Gentle, patient
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Language
Arabic
Religion
Islam
Pronunciation
ha-LEE-ma
Length
6 letters
Lucky number
8
Zodiac
Cancer
Popularity
604
About the name Halima
Halima means “Gentle, patient” and is the foster mother of the Prophet. It stays a steady choice among Muslim names of Arabic origin, and one of the better-known girls' names.
Origin & meaning
The name carries Arabic roots, with the core sense of “Gentle, patient”.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Halima mean?
Halima means "Gentle, patient", and is of Arabic origin.
Is Halima a boy or a girl name?
Halima is commonly used as a girl name.
What is the origin of the name Halima?
The name Halima originates from Arabic.