Kadeem
Kadeem is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Servant, attendant, or follower.
Origin and history
Kadeem is a name of Arabic origin meaning servant or attendant. It gained notable popularity in the United States during the late 1980s and early 1990s, partly influenced by pop culture. Today, it remains a recognized modern choice in American naming culture.
Popularity in the United States
2,644 babies in the United States have been named Kadeem since 1880. It ranks #2519 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1794.
States where it is most popular
- NY (43.8 %)
- FL (11.5 %)
- NJ (6.1 %)
- PA (5.6 %)
- GA (4.9 %)
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 | 248 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,774 |
| 2000-2010 | 216 |
| 2010-2019 | 273 |
| 2020-2029 | 133 |
Famous people named Kadeem
- Kadeem Hardison: Actor, Director
- Kadeem Harris: Athlete, Footballer
Fun facts
- The name experienced a notable rise in American usage during the early 1990s, coinciding with actor Kadeem Hardison's prominent television role.
- It derives from the Arabic root word referring to one who serves or attends to others.