Name meaning
Hatam
decisive, commanding; a generous and open-handed person.
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Name meaning and origin
Hatam is a male name of Arabic origin. Etymologically it comes from the verb “hətəmə” and carries the meaning “one who cuts off, decides, gives judgment.” Over time the name became known more for its shades of “generous, open-handed, munificent,” because the generosity of Hatam at-Ta'i, an Arabic poet who lived in the pre-Islamic period and was the leader of the Tayy tribe, had become legendary.
In Azerbaijan, Hatam belongs to the ranks of classic names that sound weighty and dignified. The appealing side of the name lies precisely in the image of generosity and magnanimity it carries. Hatam does not appear directly in the Quran, but there is no prohibition against it under Islamic rules; generosity, moreover, is a highly valued quality in our religion.
Name details
- Gender
- Boy's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Pronunciation
- hɑ.ˈtəm
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Hatam?
Hatam means “one who decides, who passes judgement” and a generous, open-handed, bountiful person. It is of Arabic origin.Is the name Hatam mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Hatam does not appear directly in the Quran, but there is no prohibition against it under Islamic rules.Is Hatam a boy name or a girl name?
Hatam is a boy name.