Haim: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ah-eem
Origin: Israel
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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Life

The name Haim is a Hebrew masculine name that means "life" or "alive. " It is derived from the Hebrew element chai, which signifies the essence of life. The name Haim has a rich history, dating back to the Middle Ages, and is commonly used both as a first name and a family name. It has also been influenced by Old German, where it was known as Haimo, and has been adopted in various forms across different cultures. The use of the name Haim has evolved over time, reflecting its significance in Jewish culture and its adaptation into other languages.

Haim Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Haim is currently #21176 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Haim is currently #9125 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Haim is currently #10208 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Haim is currently #4435 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Haim is currently #11008 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Haim is currently #4778 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Haim is currently #10333 on Kiindred Australian Names

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