Hakeem
Hakeem is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Wise, insightful, or physician.
Origin and history
Hakeem is an Arabic male name meaning wise, learned, or physician. It entered wider U.S. popularity in the late 20th century, partly influenced by prominent African American athletes and cultural figures who adopted or bore the name.
Popularity in the United States
6,299 babies in the United States have been named Hakeem since 1880. It ranks #1522 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1065.
States where it is most popular
- NY (13.5 %)
- FL (9.8 %)
- PA (8.9 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- GA (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 209 |
| 1980-1990 | 634 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,187 |
| 2000-2010 | 867 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,362 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,040 |
Famous people named Hakeem
- Hakeem Olajuwon: Basketball player
- Hakeem Nicks: American football player
- Hakeem Jeffries: Politician, Lawyer
Fun facts
- In Islamic tradition, 'Al-Hakeem' represents supreme wisdom and is one of the attributes of God.
- The name gained major visibility in North American sports through NBA Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon.