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Halim

حليم

Meaning "patient," "tolerant," or "gentle" in Arabic, derived from a root connected to forbearance and restraint.

Meaning and origin

This name is used across Arabic, Turkish, Indonesian, and Malay communities, reflecting its significance in Islamic tradition.

How to pronounce Halim

Arabicha-LEEM /hɑːˈliːm/

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