Halimah
Halimah is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,267 in the US, popular nicknames include Hal, Hay, and Halie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Halimah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 539 babies have been named Halimah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Halimah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,267 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,267
- Total SSA Count
- 16
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Nicknames
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About the Name Halimah
Halimah is a girl name .
Halimah is currently ranked #7,267 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Halimah include Hal, Hay, Halie, and Haliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Halimah include Halima, Halia, Hali, Halina . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis