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Alima

ah-LEE-mah

Alima is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Means 'wise' or 'learned'.”. It currently ranks #5434 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2018.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginArabic

What Alima Means

Means 'wise' or 'learned'.

The Story of Alima

This name, meaning 'wise' and 'learned' in Arabic, carries the profound depth of ancient scholars, ready for your daughter's inquisitive mind.

Alima is an Arabic name that directly translates to 'wise' or 'learned.' Its roots are embedded in a rich tradition of scholarship and intellectual pursuit, often associated with respected female scholars and thinkers throughout Islamic history. The name carries the weight of centuries of knowledge and thoughtful contemplation.

When you look at your daughter, do you see a flicker of deep understanding, a spark of innate curiosity? Alima is a name that resonates with that wisdom. It feels grounded and thoughtful on your tongue, perfect for the child who will observe the world with keen intelligence. You’ll love hearing it called out, a sound that carries the echoes of profound thought.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

IntelligentWiseThoughtfulAnalytical

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Peak Year

#25 in 2018

Total Births

477

First Recorded

1976

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