Naeem
Naeem is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Benevolent, ease, comfort, or living a prosperous life.
Origin and history
Naeem is a given name of Arabic origin meaning benevolent, comfortable, or prosperous. It is commonly given in Muslim-majority regions and communities worldwide. In the United States, it maintains steady, moderate usage as a distinctive masculine name.
Popularity in the United States
2,120 babies in the United States have been named Naeem since 1880. It ranks #2802 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1558.
States where it is most popular
- PA (33.3 %)
- NY (27.1 %)
- NJ (15.4 %)
- CA (7.2 %)
- GA (4.1 %)
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 | 10 |
| 1970-1980 | 159 |
| 1980-1990 | 206 |
| 1990-2000 | 347 |
| 2000-2010 | 477 |
| 2010-2019 | 551 |
| 2020-2029 | 370 |
Famous people named Naeem
- Naeem Khan: Fashion Designer
Fun facts
- The term Jannat al-Na'im appears in Islamic tradition to refer to the Gardens of Delight or Paradise.
- The name is spelled variably around the world as Na'im, Naim, or Naeem depending on transliteration conventions.