Rakeem Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-KEEM / /rɑːˈkiːm/Arabic; African American Vernacular English
Meaning
Arabic: 'the one who is blessed'; African American Vernacular English: 'to be strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
Rakeem is derived from the Arabic name 'Raqeem', which means 'to be blessed' or 'to be strong'. It has gained popularity in African American communities, particularly in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with cultural pride and resilience. It has been used in various forms of media and music, contributing to its recognition.
Trend Summary
Rakeem has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rakeem
- Raqeem
International Variants
- Raqeem (Arabic)
Famous people named Rakeem
Rakeem Christmas is a professional basketball player known for his time in college basketball and the NBA.
Rakeem Nunez-Roches is a professional football player recognized for his contributions in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Rakeem
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rakeem was first seen in the United States in 1975. Rakeem has ranked as high as #1058 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Rakeem has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rakeem (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 126 |
| 1990 | 121 |
| 1991 | 158 |
| 1992 | 183 |
| 1993 | 131 |
| 1994 | 112 |
| 1995 | 130 |
| 1996 | 82 |
| 1997 | 62 |
| 1998 | 68 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 46 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 21 |