Asma ul Husna
99 Names of Allah
Each name with Arabic, transliteration, meaning, and a short reflection. Sit with one a day — the featured name above rotates daily.
Name of the day
الْحَلِيمُ
Al-Haleem
The Forbearing
He does not rush to punish; the door of return stays open.
Frequently asked
What are the 99 Names of Allah?
The 99 Names (Asma ul Husna, "the most beautiful names") are traditional names and attributes of Allah found in the Quran and authenticated hadith. The Prophet ﷺ said: "Allah has 99 names; whoever enumerates them will enter Paradise." (Bukhari & Muslim).
Where does the list of 99 names come from?
The widely-circulated list is compiled from the Quran and traditions narrated by Imam at-Tirmidhi. Scholars note that the exact 99 are not definitively enumerated in a single hadith — what matters is the principle that Allah has innumerable beautiful names, of which 99 are most often listed.
How should I memorise the 99 Names?
A common practice is to learn one name a day, sit with its meaning, and try to manifest it in your behaviour (e.g., reflecting on Ar-Rahman by being merciful to others). The "Name of the Day" on this page rotates daily with the same intent.
What is the difference between Ar-Rahman and Ar-Raheem?
Both translate as "Merciful". Scholars distinguish Ar-Rahman as universal mercy — bestowed on all of creation regardless of belief — while Ar-Raheem is the specific mercy reserved for believers, especially in the hereafter.
Can I share or print these names?
Yes. The Arabic text and traditional meanings are public-domain. The reflection paragraphs on this page are written by us — feel free to share with attribution to PocketQuran.
How is the "Name of the Day" chosen?
It’s deterministic: we use the day-of-year as an index into the 99 names. Everyone visiting on the same UTC date sees the same featured name, which makes it useful as a daily devotional anchor.