Halimah Yacob Name Meaning & Origin
/ha-LEE-mah ya-COB/Name Origin
Halimah is an Arabic-derived name common in Muslim communities, meaning 'gentle' or 'patient'. Yacob is a variant of Jacob, a biblical name, common in Malay and Muslim contexts.
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Malaysian (Malay) 70% -
Singaporean (Malay) 20% -
Indonesian (Malay) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Halimah
- Last Name: Yacob
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Halimah in the US (SSA Data):
Halimah Yacob Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 7
People with this name tend to be: Analytical, intellectual and spiritual.