28 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْحَكَمُ
Al-Hakam
"The Judge" — the 28th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
His judgment is absolute justice — no bribe, no bias, no error.
In the Quran: Quran 22:69
About the 99 Names of Allah
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Allah is described in the Quran and authentic hadith. Each name reveals an attribute of Allah: His mercy, might, wisdom, forgiveness, sustenance, and countless others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred less one; whoever memorises them will enter Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736). Al-Hakam is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Hakam
What does Al-Hakam mean?
Al-Hakam (الْحَكَمُ) means "The Judge" in English. It is the 28th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. His judgment is absolute justice — no bribe, no bias, no error.
How is Al-Hakam written in Arabic?
Al-Hakam is written in Arabic as الْحَكَمُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Hakam literally means "The Judge".
Is Al-Hakam mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Hakam is referenced in Quran 22:69. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 22.
What are the 99 Names of Allah?
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Muslims describe and remember Allah. Compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith, each name reveals an attribute of Allah's essence, actions, or mercy. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said whoever memorises them will enter Paradise (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736).