Amani
ah-MAH-nee
Gender-neutral · Arabic
Meaning: Wishes, aspirations, peace
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Halima
Girl · Arabic · Medium name
- Meaning
- Gentle, mild, patient
- Pronunciation
- hah-LEE-muh
- Origin
- Arabic
- Popularity
- Uncommon in United States (2023)
From Arabic meaning gentle, mild, or patient.
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
ClassicInternationalSoft and gentle
Languages in use: Arabic, English
Commonly used in: Middle East, United States, North Africa
Alternate spellings
HalimahArabic
Arabic form with an h.
Cultural associations
People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.
Halimah bint Abi Dhuayb
6th–7th century
Foster mother and wet nurse of the Prophet Muhammad.
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Behind the Name, Arabic Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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