Patient, mild, or clement
Derived from the Arabic root h-l-m, Halim is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islamic tradition, representing the quality of forbearance. It signifies a person who is gentle, calm, and slow to anger, even when provoked. It is a respected name across the Muslim world for its virtuous connotations.
About 9 boys were named Halim in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Egyptian-American composer and electronic music pioneer
Renowned Iraqi contemporary visual artist
Indonesian badminton world champion
