Notable PersonBritish1999 – present
Hashem Abedi
2017 Manchester Arena bombing conviction
Biography
Libyan-born British man convicted for his role in the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing. He was extradited from Libya and faced trial in the United Kingdom.
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Notable Person
Nationality
British
Born
1999
Thinking about the name
Hashem
Arabic origin
“Derived from Arabic Hashem, meaning 'the breaker' or 'the one who breaks bread.' In Islamic history, Hashem was the grandfather of the Prophet Muhammad and founder of the Hashimite clan, making this name deeply significant in Muslim tradition. It carries connotations of generosity and noble lineage.”