Gentle, mild-mannered, and patient
Halima is an Arabic name derived from the root 'h-l-m', which refers to patience and forbearance. It is highly regarded in Islamic tradition as it was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's foster mother and wet nurse, Halima al-Sa'diya. The name conveys a sense of inner peace and a nurturing, calm temperament.
About 102 girls were named Halima in 2025.
Somali-American fashion model and activist
Sudanese doctor and author of Tears of the Desert
Foster mother and wet nurse of the Prophet Muhammad
Chadian activist and survivor of Boko Haram
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
