Nadim

Nadim is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the Arabic word nadīm, meaning companion, associate, or guest, particularly in social settings such as gatherings or drinking together. In classical Arabic poetry and prose, a nadīm is a trusted companion or intimate associate. The name has spread beyond Arabic-speaking communities and is used in Persian- and Urdu-speaking regions, where it is commonly transliterated as Nadeem. Variants and related spellings include Nadhem and Nadeem; transliteration may also render it as Nadim or Nadīm, depending on language and script.

Nadim is primarily a given name but can occasionally appear as a surname. It is used across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia, among Arabic-speaking populations as well as communities influenced by Persian and South Asian naming traditions. The name has appeared in literature and contemporary media as part of naming conventions for male characters and real persons.

Notable individuals with the name or its variants exist in many fields, reflecting its broad geographic distribution, though spellings and pronunciations vary by language. Overall, Nadim remains a widely recognized name with connotations of companionship and sociability.