Hisham
Hisham is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Generous, or one who crushes bread to share with others.
Origin and history
Hisham is a traditional Arabic male name that signifies generosity and noble character. Historically associated with several prominent figures in Islamic history, it remains a meaningful classical choice. In the United States, it is a relatively rare name, primarily used within Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities.
Popularity in the United States
926 babies in the United States have been named Hisham since 1880. It ranks #3752 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1781.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40.7 %)
- NY (36.3 %)
- TX (8.8 %)
- NJ (5.3 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
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 | 51 |
| 1980-1990 | 116 |
| 1990-2000 | 138 |
| 2000-2010 | 222 |
| 2010-2019 | 253 |
| 2020-2029 | 146 |
Famous people named Hisham
- Hisham El Guerrouj: athlete, Olympic gold medalist
- Hisham Matar: author, memoirist
Fun facts
- The name derives from an Arabic root meaning 'to crush' or 'mash', traditionally referencing someone who breaks bread to feed guests or the poor.
- Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik was the tenth Umayyad caliph, ruling a vast empire during the 8th century.