Hashmi

Hashmi is a surname and nisba used by people who claim descent from Hashim ibn Abd Manaf, a prominent figure in early Islamic history and a progenitor of the Quraysh tribe. As a nisba, Hashmi indicates a genealogical or regional affiliation rather than a formal title. The name is common among Muslim communities in South Asia, the Middle East, and diaspora populations.

Geographically, Hashmi appears across countries and communities influenced by Islamic naming traditions. In South Asia, including Pakistan and India, as well as in Iran, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, many families bear the surname. Genealogical claims of descent can be part of family or community identity, though such claims may be difficult to verify.

Variations and transliterations of the name are common. Hashmi is often rendered as Hashimi or Hashimy, among other spellings, depending on the language and transliteration system used from Arabic. The form Hashimi is widely seen in Arabic-speaking regions and among some South Asian families.

Notable individuals with the surname Hashmi have been active in a range of fields, including politics, academia, literature, and the arts. As with many surnames tied to historical lineages, bearers of Hashmi come from diverse backgrounds and do not represent a single ethnicity or nationality.

See also: Hashim, Hashimi, Quraysh.