Hakim Boy

Popularity: #866 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationha-KEEM / hɑːˈkiːm

Arabic; Swahili

Meaning

Arabic: wise; Swahili: ruler

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Hakim is of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures influenced by Islam. In Arabic, it signifies wisdom and is often associated with learned individuals or scholars. In Swahili-speaking regions, it conveys a sense of leadership or authority. The name has been used historically in various contexts, including literature and governance.

Trend Summary

The name Hakim has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among communities with Arabic and African heritage.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Hakeem
  • Hakimah

International Variants

  • Hakim (Arabic)
  • Hakim (Turkish)
  • Hakeem (Arabic)

Famous people named Hakim

Hakim Olajuwon is a retired Nigerian-American basketball player known for his time with the Houston Rockets in the NBA.

Hakim Ziyech is a Moroccan professional footballer who plays for Chelsea FC and the Moroccan national team.

Hakim Bey is a pseudonymous author and anarchist known for his writings on temporary autonomous zones.

Hakim Abdul-Aziz is a notable Islamic scholar and community leader in the United States.

Fictional characters named Hakim

Hakim is a character in the animated film 'Aladdin' who serves as a royal advisor.

Hakim is a character in the video game series 'Street Fighter', known for his martial arts skills.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Hakim was first seen in the United States in 1962. Hakim has ranked as high as #1000 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, California, Massachusetts, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Hakim has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Hakim (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 10
45%
MD 6
27%
NY 6
27%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19629
19639
19646
19658
19668
19677
19689
196911
197021
197119
197237
197344
197443
197557
197690
197761
197863
197968
198058
198152
198252
198352
198434
198543
198636
198731
198843
198941
199061
199136
199256
199351
199457
199534
199624
199735
199847
199938
200052
200145
200246
200333
200434
200539
200634
200733
200834
200921
201019
201134
201231
201328
201432
201525
201628
201734
201831
201927
202039
202129
202236
202342
202458