Alam: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahl-ahm
Origin: Saudi Arabia
gender-male

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Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Of Arabic origin, meaning "world" or "universe."

The name Alam is derived from the Arabic word ‘alam,’ meaning ‘world’ or ‘universe.’ It is also connected to the Hebrew word ‘olam,’ which shares the same meaning. The name is popular in countries where Islam is observed and has been adopted in various other languages, including Urdu and Bengali. Over time, the use of the name Alam has remained consistent in its cultural significance, symbolizing wisdom and knowledge. It is an epithet for a distinguished man and is often found in names combined with other words, such as ‘Alam-al-Huda,’ an honorific title of the Prophet Muhammad.

Alam Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Alam is currently #18146 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Alam is currently #18146 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Alam is currently #8829 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Alam is currently #8829 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Alam is currently #9233 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Alam is currently #9233 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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