Rising since 1985, #1,992 for boys today.
Popularity of Hashim since 1971
Babies named Hashim per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 193 |
| 1980s | 159 |
| 1990s | 234 |
| 2000s | 366 |
| 2010s | 669 |
| 2020s | 363 |
Meaning & origin
Hashim is an Arabic name with deep historical roots, first recorded in the U.S. in 1971. It reached its peak popularity in 2016 and has been rising steadily since 1985, reflecting growing appreciation for names with Islamic heritage. Despite its ancient origins, Hashim remains relatively uncommon, with a current 1-in-22,475 incidence rate that preserves its distinctiveness. The name is most frequently chosen in Virginia, Michigan, and Ohio, indicating concentration in communities with significant Muslim populations. Hashim's etymology, tied to the pre-Islamic figure known for generosity, gives it a meaning of strength and provision.
Hashim derives from the Arabic root ه-ش-م (h-sh-m), meaning to crush or break. In pre-Islamic times, Hashim ibn Abd Manaf, the great-grandfather of the Prophet Muhammad, was known for his generosity in feeding pilgrims during famines, earning the name 'the crusher' of bread into broth. The name thus carries connotations of strength and hospitality.
Where Hashim is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Hashim” around the world
Where Hashim lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hash, Hashi
Variants: Hashem, Hachim, Hachem
Sibling names for Hashim
Names that share Hashim's style, for a brother or sister.
