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.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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
