UK boy's name
Abdulhalim
A masculine Arabic name meaning "The servant of the Gracious One".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Abdulhalim is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Abdulhalim popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2009 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Abdulhalim. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Abdulhalim ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 boys were registered as Abdulhalim.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Abdulhalim as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4749
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Abdulhalim mean?
Abdulhalim is a masculine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the combination of the words "Abdul" meaning "servant" and "Halim" meaning "forbearing" or "gentle". This name can be traced back to the early days of Islam and the Arabic-speaking world.
The name Abdulhalim has its roots in the Islamic tradition, as it is one of the names attributed to Allah (God) in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. The name Halim is mentioned in the Quran, describing Allah as "the Clement, the Forbearing" (Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 235).
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Abdulhalim can be found in the biographical works of the renowned 9th-century Islamic scholar, Al-Bukhari. He mentions an individual named Abdulhalim ibn Abi al-Samh, who was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and participated in the Battle of Badr in 624 CE.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Abdulhalim. One of the most prominent was Abdulhalim of Ghur (1079-1165 CE), a ruler of the Ghurid dynasty in present-day Afghanistan and parts of Pakistan. He was known for his military campaigns and his patronage of art and architecture.
Another significant figure was Abdulhalim Mahmud Hasan Sharar (1860-1926), an Urdu novelist, poet, and scholar from British India. He is regarded as one of the pioneers of modern Urdu literature and is famous for his works such as "Ab-e-Hayat" and "Husn ka Daku".
In the realm of Islamic scholarship, Abdulhalim Mahmud (1910-1978) was a renowned Egyptian jurist and scholar of Islamic law. He served as the Grand Mufti of Egypt and played a significant role in the dissemination of Islamic teachings and jurisprudence.
The name Abdulhalim was also borne by Abdulhalim Hafiz Ghulam Muhammad (1835-1896), a prominent Indian calligrapher and artist known for his exceptional calligraphic works and contributions to the art of Mughal miniature painting.
Lastly, Abdulhalim Khandani (1928-2008) was a celebrated Pakistani poet, writer, and literary critic. He was known for his contributions to Urdu poetry and his efforts in promoting and preserving the rich literary heritage of Pakistan.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Abdulhalim throughout history, showcasing its significance and enduring presence across various cultures and disciplines.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Abdulhalim over time
The chart below shows babies named Abdulhalim registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Abdulhalim, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Abdulhalim by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Abdulhalim was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4749 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4527 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Abdulhalim: questions and answers
How popular is the name Abdulhalim in the UK right now?
In 2018, Abdulhalim was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Abdulhalim most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Abdulhalim in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Abdulhalim?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "The servant of the Gracious One".
How many people are called Abdulhalim in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Abdulhalim across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.