What Does the Name Hashim Mean
The name Hashim comes from Arabic roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Hashim below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Hashim Name Meaning
ArabicMeans "crusher, breaker" in Arabic. This was the nickname of a great-grandfather of the Prophet Muhammad. He acquired this nickname because of his practice of crumbling bread and giving it to pilgrims.
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