Hashim
Meaning of Hashim
Originating from Arabic, the name Hashim is traditionally given to boys. In Arabic pronunciation, it is pronounced as HAH-sheem (/hɑːʃiːm/). The name has variations, including Hasim. Although not extremely popular in recent years, Hashim has maintained a consistent presence on the American baby naming charts. Over the past few decades, its popularity has fluctuated, with the highest rank being 1268 in 1977 and the lowest being 4374 in 1971. Despite these variations, Hashim continues to be chosen by parents who appreciate its cultural significance and strong meaning.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as HAH-sheem (/hɑːʃiːm/)
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Notable People Named Hashim
| Hashim Mohammad Amla OIS is a former South African cricketer known for his record-breaking achievements and is considered one of the greatest batsmen in South African cricket history. |
| Hashim Khan, a Pakistani squash player, achieved victory at the British Open Squash Championships seven times and was a prominent figure in the dominant Khan squash family. |
| Mohammad Hashim Aslami is an Afghani agriculturist who played a key role in developing Afghanistan's saffron industry, leading it to become a $25 million export industry despite the challenges of war, and sparking a trade dispute with Iran. |
| Hashim A. Sarkis is a Lebanese architect and educator, serving as the Dean of the School of Architecture and Planning at MIT and the founding principal of Hashim Sarkis Studios. |
| Hashim Gadoev, a prominent Soviet Tajik actor, director, teacher, and writer, was honored with the title of People's Artist of the USSR in 1988. |
