Hishaam is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the root word 'ha-sh-wa', which means 'to live' or 'life'. It is often associated with the Islamic world, particularly in countries like Saudi Arabia and Egypt. The name Hishaam has been used by several notable figures throughout history, including Hishaam ibn Abd al-Malik, a caliph of the Umayyad Caliphate during the 8th century. Today, it continues to be popular as a given name for boys, with variations such as Hisham and Hicham also being common.
The name Hishaam experienced a gap in its popularity between 2009 and 2020, with no recorded births in the intervening years.