Hisham
Meaning of Hisham
Hisham is a male name with Arabic origins. It is pronounced as hee-SHAM (/hiːˈʃæm/). A variation of this name is Hashim. Hisham has been given to baby boys in the United States since at least the 1970s, and its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent years, it has been given to an average of about 20-30 newborn boys per year in the country. While not among the most popular names, Hisham carries a rich cultural heritage and may be a unique choice for parents looking for a name with Arabic roots.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as hee-SHAM (/hiːˈʃæm/)
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Notable People Named Hisham
| Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan was the tenth Umayyad caliph, ruling from 724 until his death in 743. |
| Hisham Matar is an award-winning British-Libyan writer known for his memoir "The Return" and his acclaimed novels. |
| Muhammad Hisham Kabbani is a prominent Lebanese-American Sunni Sufi Muslim scholar known for his work in advising Muslim leaders and being named one of The 500 Most Influential Muslims. |
| Hisham Talat Moustafa is an Egyptian real estate mogul and former politician who was involved in a high-profile legal case but later returned to his role as the head of the Talaat Moustafa Group. |
| Hisham Bizri is a versatile film director, writer, producer, and scholar with a rich background in the film industry and extensive teaching experience at various prestigious institutions. |
| Hisham Tawfiq is an American actor famous for his role as Dembe Zuma in NBC's The Blacklist. |
| Hisham Abdulrahman Alhowaish is a Saudi actor and TV host who achieved fame by winning the second edition of the Arab version of Star Academy in 2005. |
