Jaheim
Jaheim is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Dignified, exalted, or elevated.
Origin and history
Jaheim is a modern masculine given name derived from the Arabic name Jahim, meaning dignified or exalted. It gained notable popularity in the United States during the early 2000s, influenced in part by contemporary R&B music. While less common today, it remains a recognized choice in American naming culture.
Popularity in the United States
4,062 babies in the United States have been named Jaheim since 1880. It ranks #1973 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1588.
States where it is most popular
- FL (17.3 %)
- NY (15 %)
- NC (9.2 %)
- SC (7.7 %)
- LA (6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,911 |
| 2010-2019 | 812 |
| 2020-2029 | 339 |
Famous people named Jaheim
- Jaheim Hoagland: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- The name saw a significant boost in usage in the early 2000s, aligning with the rise of R&B singer Jaheim.
- It is a phonetic variant of Arabic roots denoting high status or distinction.