Halim Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAH-leem / /hɑːˈliːm/Arabic; Turkish
Meaning
Arabic: gentle; Turkish: kind
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Halim is of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is derived from the Arabic root 'ḥ-l-m', which conveys the idea of gentleness and forbearance. In Islamic tradition, it is often associated with one of the attributes of God, Al-Halim, meaning 'the Forbearing'. The name is also found in Turkish culture, where it carries similar meanings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Haleem
- Halime
International Variants
- Halim (Arabic)
- Haleem (Arabic)
- Halime (Turkish)
Famous people named Halim
Halim El-Dabh was an Egyptian composer and musicologist known for his contributions to electronic music.
Halim Hossain is a Bangladeshi politician recognized for his work in local governance.
Halim Korkmaz is a Turkish artist celebrated for his contemporary paintings.
Halim Karam is a Lebanese writer known for his novels and essays.
Fictional characters named Halim
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Halim was first seen in the United States in 1975. Halim has ranked as high as #1411 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Halim has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Halim
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 8 |