Hicham
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Hicham
Hicham is an Arabic name meaning "generosity" or "munificence," derived from the Arabic root h-sh-m (هشم) which relates to breaking or shattering, though in this context conveys the sense of being open-handed and magnanimous.
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Etymology
Hicham is an Arabic name meaning "generosity" or "munificence," derived from the Arabic root h-sh-m (هشم) which relates to breaking or shattering, though in this context conveys the sense of being open-handed and magnanimous. The name is predominantly used in Muslim-majority countries, particularly in the Maghreb region (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia), and has gained prominence in modern times through notable figures in sports and politics.
Hicham currently ranks #13,054 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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