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Halime

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Pronounced hah-lee-MEH /hɑ.liˈmɛ/Medium

Meaning: The Turkish form of Halima, Arabic for 'gentle; patient; mild' — borne by Halima, the foster mother of the Prophet Muhammad. A heritage name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A gentle Turkish name: Halime means 'patient; mild' (said 'hah-lee-MEH'). It honors Halima — noted respectfully.
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Origin MediumTurkish, Arabic
MeaningThe Turkish form of Halima, Arabic for 'gentle; patient; mild' — borne by Halima, the foster mother of the Prophet Muhammad. A heritage name we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2025)#10391 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 61

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202020192025

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

Halime is the Turkish form of Halima, from the Arabic for 'gentle; patient; mild.' It honors Halima, the foster mother of the Prophet Muhammad, which we note respectfully — a heritage name, rare in the U.S. (said 'hah-lee-MEH').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, more familiar in Turkey. Rare, gentle, and heritage-rich.

Did you know? Halime is the Turkish form of Halima, Arabic for 'gentle; patient' — the name of the Prophet Muhammad's foster mother, which we note respectfully (said 'hah-lee-MEH').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Halime — Turkish form of Halima; noted respectfully

Variations

HalimaHalimahAlime

Nicknames

HaliMimi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Halime mean?

Halime is the Turkish form of Halima, Arabic for 'gentle; patient; mild'; it honors the Prophet's foster mother, which we note respectfully.

How do you pronounce Halime?

It's said hah-lee-MEH /hɑ.liˈmɛ/ — three syllables, stress on the last.

Is Halime a boy or girl name?

Halime is a girl's name.

How popular is Halime?

Halime is a rare name in the U.S.

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