UK girl's name
Hiyam
An Arabic feminine name meaning "dignity" or "honor".
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.
Hiyam is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Hiyam popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5666, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2008 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 12 living people in the UK are called Hiyam. 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
- • Hiyam ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 girls were registered as Hiyam.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hiyam as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5666
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
3 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Hiyam mean?
The name Hiyam originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the Middle Eastern region. Derived from the Arabic word "Hayat," meaning "life," the name Hiyam carries a profound meaning of vitality and existence.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Hiyam can be traced back to the 7th century, during the rise of Islam and the spread of Arabic culture. It is believed that the name was popularized among Arab communities, particularly in regions like Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Syria.
Throughout history, the name Hiyam has been associated with various notable figures. One such figure was Hiyam al-Attar, a renowned 9th-century Arab poet from modern-day Iraq, who was celebrated for her eloquent poetry and contributions to Arabic literature.
Another prominent individual bearing the name Hiyam was Hiyam al-Khansa, a 7th-century Arab poetess from the Arabian Peninsula. She was known for her elegiac poetry and is considered one of the most influential female poets in pre-Islamic Arabian literature.
In the realm of Islamic scholarship, Hiyam al-Jawhari, born in the 10th century, was a distinguished Arabian lexicographer and linguist. Her works, including the influential Arabic dictionary "Al-Sihah," have had a lasting impact on the study of the Arabic language.
The name Hiyam also finds mention in ancient religious texts and scriptures. In the Quran, the holy book of Islam, the concept of "Hayat" (life) is frequently referenced, emphasizing the importance of living a virtuous and purposeful life.
Hiyam al-Malouf, born in 1888 in Lebanon, was a renowned singer and musician who played a significant role in preserving and promoting traditional Arabic music. Her contributions to the cultural heritage of the Middle East are widely celebrated.
While the name Hiyam may have evolved and adapted over time, its essence and meaning have remained deeply rooted in the rich cultural traditions of the Arabic-speaking world, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of this ancient language and its influence on naming traditions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Hiyam over time
The chart below shows babies named Hiyam registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 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 Hiyam, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Hiyam by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hiyam 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 | #5757 | 9 | 3 |
| 2000s | #5545 | 3 | 1 |
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- Heidi 12,675
- Hallie 9,873
- Hope 9,414
- Hayley 5,968
- Hazel 5,954
- Hanna 5,735
- Heather 5,497
FAQ
Hiyam: questions and answers
How popular is the name Hiyam in the UK right now?
In 2018, Hiyam was ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Hiyam most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Hiyam in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Hiyam?
An Arabic feminine name meaning "dignity" or "honor".
How many people are called Hiyam in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Hiyam across the 4 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.