Hashim
Hashim is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Breaker of bread; crusher.
Origin and history
Hashim is a traditional Arabic male name meaning breaker or crusher, historically associated with hospitality through the practice of breaking bread to feed others. It has a long classical history in the Middle East and South Asia and maintains a steady, moderate presence in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
1,984 babies in the United States have been named Hashim since 1880. It ranks #2888 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1565.
States where it is most popular
- NY (33.9 %)
- TX (15.1 %)
- CA (13.3 %)
- OH (8.2 %)
- MN (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 193 |
| 1980-1990 | 159 |
| 1990-2000 | 234 |
| 2000-2010 | 366 |
| 2010-2019 | 669 |
| 2020-2029 | 363 |
Famous people named Hashim
- Hashim Amla: Cricketer
- Hashim Thaçi: Politician, President
Fun facts
- Hashim ibn Abd Manaf was responsible for providing food to pilgrims in Mecca, establishing the tradition of breaking bread for guests.
- The royal family of Jordan belongs to the Hashemite dynasty, which traces its lineage directly back to Hashim.