The nameHatem
Hatem is an Arabic boy's name, given steadily in France since the 1970s.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
From the Arabic hatim, "judge, one who decides". Hatim al-Ta'i, an ancient Arab poet, is proverbial for his generosity.
Origin
Arabic.
History
First given in France in the late 1960s, Hatem has been given steadily since, with a peak in the late 2000s.
Famous people named Hatem
- Hatem Ben Arfa, French footballer
Popularity of the name Hatem
Hatem in France
Hatem was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 370 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Hatem. Its rise began around 1968, and it peaked in 2008. Half of all babies named Hatem in France were born before 2003. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 19 births a year on average, against 33 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hatem mean?
From the Arabic hatim, "judge, one who decides". Hatim al-Ta'i, an ancient Arab poet, is proverbial for his generosity.
What is the origin of the name Hatem?
Arabic.
Is Hatem a girl's or a boy's name?
Hatem is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Hatem?
Hatem Ben Arfa, French footballer.