Hesham
Meaninggenerosity · Arabic
Hesham is an Arabic boy name meaning “generosity”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Hesham would score 14 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationHesham peaked in 1983, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Hesham you'd meet today is about 42 years old.
- HistoryHesham first shows up in US birth records in 1973, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 52 years since.
US births per million boys, 1973–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Hesham
Hesham is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “generosity”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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- Boy name: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
- Boy name: Amir · prince, commander
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Questions about the name Hesham
What does the name Hesham mean?
Hesham means “generosity” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Karam (“generosity”), Hisham (“generosity”) and Ikram (“honor, generosity”).
What is the origin of the name Hesham?
Hesham is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Hesham a boy or girl name?
Hesham is a boy name.
How popular is the name Hesham?
Hesham is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2024. It peaked at #2,912 in 1983, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Hesham?
If you like Hesham, you might also like Karam, Hisham and Ikram.
What should I know before naming my baby Hesham?
Hesham is an Arabic boy name meaning “generosity”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.