Hakeem Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationha-KEEM / /həˈkiːm/Arabic; African
Meaning
Arabic: wise; African: intelligent
Historical & Cultural Background
Hakeem is derived from the Arabic word 'hakim,' which means wise or sage. It is commonly used in various cultures, particularly in Muslim communities. The name has historical significance in Islamic tradition, often associated with wisdom and knowledge. In some African cultures, it is also used to denote intelligence and cleverness.
Trend Summary
Hakeem has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hakim
- Hakeemah
International Variants
- Hakeem (Arabic)
- Hakim (Turkish)
- Hakeem (Swahili)
Famous people named Hakeem
Hakeem Olajuwon is a retired Nigerian-American professional basketball player, known for his time with the Houston Rockets.
Hakeem Abdul-Saboor is an American author recognized for his contributions to literature.
Hakeem Nicks is a former American football wide receiver, celebrated for his career in the NFL.
Hakeem Bey is a contemporary American anarchist and author, known for his writings on chaos and magic.
Fictional characters named Hakeem
Hakeem is a character in the film 'Coming to America,' known for his role as the prince of Zamunda.
Hakeem is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard,' serving as a wise advisor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hakeem was first seen in the United States in 1971. Hakeem has ranked as high as #919 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Hakeem has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hakeem (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 24 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| CA | 13 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| MI | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| MS | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 30 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 32 |
| 1979 | 42 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 50 |
| 1985 | 36 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 55 |
| 1988 | 65 |
| 1989 | 279 |
| 1990 | 270 |
| 1991 | 243 |
| 1992 | 201 |
| 1993 | 166 |
| 1994 | 265 |
| 1995 | 247 |
| 1996 | 241 |
| 1997 | 226 |
| 1998 | 194 |
| 1999 | 134 |
| 2000 | 132 |
| 2001 | 115 |
| 2002 | 83 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2005 | 76 |
| 2006 | 74 |
| 2007 | 73 |
| 2008 | 75 |
| 2009 | 74 |
| 2010 | 76 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2012 | 77 |
| 2013 | 89 |
| 2014 | 72 |
| 2015 | 160 |
| 2016 | 237 |
| 2017 | 198 |
| 2018 | 191 |
| 2019 | 190 |
| 2020 | 227 |
| 2021 | 173 |
| 2022 | 188 |
| 2023 | 177 |
| 2024 | 156 |