Boy name

Halim name meaning

“forbearing, gentle, slow to anger”

Aksara Jawa

Aksara Sunda

/halim/

Gender: ♂ Boy
Origin: Arabic
Syllables: 2
Popularity: #105

Halim is a masculine name from Arabic ḥalīm, meaning forbearing, gentle, or slow to anger. The source word expresses patience and restraint in anger. Chalim is a spelling variant of the name, while Al-Ḥalīm is included among the divine names in Islam.

What does Halim mean?

Forbearing, gentle, slow to anger

In Indonesian: penyabar, lembut, mampu menahan amarah

#Peace #Kindness

Origin and cultural usage of Halim

From Arabic ḥalīm, meaning forbearing and slow to anger. Al-Ḥalīm is one of the divine names in Islam.

Linguistic origin	Arabic
Naming tradition	Islamic
In Islamic history	Asma ul-Husna (99 Names of God)
Starts with	H · Ha

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Halim in Islam and the Quran

Halim does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (حليم) does, for example in QS Hud [11]: 75.

QS Hud [11]: 75

This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.

Name combinations with Halim

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Halim, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

Halim as a first name

Halim Alfajar Syukron

Interpretation
A picture of gentleness and patience in dawn light and grateful words.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Alfajar: the first light of dawn
- Syukron: an expression of thanks
Halim Dhofir

Interpretation
May this child achieve victory with patience, gentleness, and restraint of anger.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
Halim Qodir

Interpretation
May this child possess ability and power accompanied by patience and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Qodir: capable, powerful
Halim Fariz

Interpretation
May this child discern with patience, gentleness, and restraint of anger.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Fariz: one who distinguishes or sorts
Halim Rayhan Ilman

Interpretation
A picture of knowledge with patience and gentleness, fragrant as basil.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
Halim Fadlan

Interpretation
May this child grow patient and gentle, with nobility and generosity.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Fadlan: excellence, merit, generosity
Halim Salamat

Interpretation
May this child live safely and prosperously, with patience and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Salamat: safety and well-being
Halim Mudaffar Zaidan

Interpretation
May victories keep increasing alongside patience and gentleness of heart.
Meaning of each word
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Mudaffar: one granted victory
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth

Halim as a middle name

Alif Halim Dhofir

Interpretation
A first letter pictured alongside victory, accompanied by patience and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Alif: first letter of the Arabic alphabet
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
Radi Halim Alfajar

Interpretation
A picture of gentle, patient acceptance, like the first light before morning.
Meaning of each word
- Radi: content, satisfied or accepting
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Alfajar: the first light of dawn
Ula Halim Ilman

Interpretation
May this child reach eminence through knowledge, patience, and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Ula: eminence, high rank
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
Rayhan Halim Shofa

Interpretation
A picture of a pure, patient, gentle heart, fragrant as basil.
Meaning of each word
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Shofa: clarity, purity of heart
Sururi Halim Ilman

Interpretation
May knowledge and joy grow together with patience and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Sururi: associated with joy
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
Nuryaman Halim Rafa

Interpretation
A light of harmony and prosperity, accompanied by patience and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Nuryaman: light
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
- Rafa: harmony and well-being

Halim as a last name

Faishol Halim

Interpretation
May this child judge matters patiently and keep anger in check.
Meaning of each word
- Faishol: arbiter or distinguisher
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
Fawwaz Khalil Halim

Interpretation
May this child be a patient close friend who often achieves success.
Meaning of each word
- Fawwaz: highly successful, often victorious
- Khalil: an intimate friend, a beloved companion
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
Bachir Halim

Interpretation
May this child bring joyful news with patience and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Bachir: bearer of glad tidings
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
Rayhan Halim

Interpretation
A picture of patience and gentleness as fragrant as basil.
Meaning of each word
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
Fadillah Topik Halim

Interpretation
May virtue and help toward success accompany patience and gentleness.
Meaning of each word
- Fadillah: virtue, moral excellence
- Topik: help toward success
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger
Fitrah Rayhan Halim

Interpretation
A naturally patient and gentle disposition, pictured as fragrant basil.
Meaning of each word
- Fitrah: innate disposition, original nature
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Halim: forbearing, gentle, slow to anger

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How to pronounce Halim

Syllables	2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names
IPA	/halim/
Arabic script	حليم
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)	ꦲꦭꦶꦩ꧀
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)	ᮠᮜᮤᮙ᮪

Is Halim a boy’s name?

Yes, Halim is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 86% of bearers are male. See all boy names.

♂ Boys 86%Girls 14% ♀

Halim ranks #105 among boy names in our data sample (149 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):

Chalim

Names that sound like Halim

Names with related meanings

Famous people named Halim

Halim Perdanakusuma · b. 1922
Halim Haryanto · b. 1976
Marah Halim Harahap · b. 1921
Halim (wakil bupati)
Halim Ambiya · b. 1974
Halim Kalla · b. 1957
A. Halim · b. 1964
A. Halim Asyhari
A. Halim Iskandar · b. 1962
A. Halim Riadi · b. 1950
Abd Halim · b. 1966
Abd. Halim · b. 1972

FAQ about the name Halim

What is the meaning of Halim?

Halim means forbearing, gentle, slow to anger. From Arabic ḥalīm, meaning forbearing and slow to anger. Al-Ḥalīm is one of the divine names in Islam.

Is Halim a boy’s name?

Yes, Halim is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 86% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Halim?

Halim is of Arabic origin.

Is the name Halim in the Quran?

Halim does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (حليم) does, for example in QS Hud [11]: 75.

How many syllables does Halim have?

Halim has 2 syllables (Ha-lim) and 5 letters.

How popular is the name Halim?

Halim ranks #105 among boy names in our data sample (149 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What are other spellings of Halim?

Other spellings: Chalim.

What full names go well with Halim?

Some ideas: Halim Alfajar Syukron; Alif Halim Dhofir; Faishol Halim.

Famous people named Halim?

Notable people named Halim include Halim Perdanakusuma, Halim Haryanto, Marah Halim Harahap.

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