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Haithem

♂ Boy

Pronounced HY-them /ˈhaɪ.θɛm/Medium

Meaning: A variant spelling of the Arabic Haytham, meaning 'young eagle' or 'young hawk.' Borne by the medieval scholar Ibn al-Haytham. Documented; noted respectfully.Medium

In 30 seconds: A soaring Arabic name: Haithem means 'young eagle' (said 'HY-them'). Bold and skyward.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningA variant spelling of the Arabic Haytham, meaning 'young eagle' or 'young hawk.' Borne by the medieval scholar Ibn al-Haytham. Documented; noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#12910 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)≈ 16

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200320032024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Haithem is a variant of the Arabic Haytham, 'young eagle' or 'young hawk.' It is honored through the polymath Ibn al-Haytham, a founder of the scientific method. Long used across the Arab world, it carries a bold, aspiring air. We note this respectfully. A strong heritage pick (said 'HY-them').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., a distinctive Arabic name. Rare, soaring, and strong.

Did you know? Haithem, a spelling of Haytham, means 'young eagle' — a name carried by Ibn al-Haytham, the pioneering medieval scientist of optics. A bold, skyward pick (said 'HY-them').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Haithem — Arabic variant of Haytham, 'young eagle'; documented

Variations

HaythamHaithamHetham

Nicknames

HaithThemo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Haithem mean?

Haithem is a variant of the Arabic Haytham, meaning 'young eagle' or 'young hawk.'

How do you pronounce Haithem?

It's said HY-them /ˈhaɪ.θɛm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Haithem a boy or girl name?

Haithem is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Haithem?

Haithem is rare for boys in the U.S. but well used across the Arab world.

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