Haytham

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Haytham Pronunciation

Haytham is pronounced HY-thahm /ˈhaɪ.θɑm/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic haytham, 'a young eagle, a young hawk; a lion'Medium

In 30 seconds: A young eagle: Haytham is Arabic for 'a young eagle/hawk'. Strong, soaring, and warm (scholar Ibn al-Haytham).

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic haytham, 'a young eagle, a young hawk; a lion'

U.S. rank (2024)#4751 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 330

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Haytham comes from Arabic haytham, 'a young eagle, a young hawk; a lion'. A strong, soaring name across the Arab world, borne by the pioneering scientist Ibn al-Haytham (Alhazen).

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, a-young-eagle at the root, and soaring.

Did you know? Haytham means 'a young eagle or hawk' (and 'a lion') in Arabic — borne by the great scientist Ibn al-Haytham (Alhazen); strong and soaring.

Overall data confidence 78%

Arabic references — Haytham — etymology

Variations

HaithamHaythem

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Haytham?

Haytham is pronounced HY-thahm (/ˈhaɪ.θɑm/). Press play above to hear Haytham said aloud.

How do you say Haytham?

Haytham is said HY-thahm (/ˈhaɪ.θɑm/). Press play above to hear Haytham said aloud.

What does the name Haytham mean?

Haytham is Arabic for 'a young eagle, a young hawk; a lion'.

Is Haytham a boy or girl name?

Haytham is a boy's name.

How popular is Haytham?

Haytham is a rare name in the U.S.