Will my child share the name Hishaam with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 5 UK babies named Hishaam per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Hishaam in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Hishaam becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Hishaam is rising: up 164 places since 2020, to #3,684 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,077 in 2004.

Is Hishaam a good choice for a distinctive name?

Hishaam is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Hishaam a popular baby name in the United States?

Hishaam does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Hishaam is a distinctive choice, ranked #3684 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Hishaam in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Hishaam

Hishaam is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 1288 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #1077 in 2004 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Hishaam is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Hishaam in their class.