Shakeem
Shakeem is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Grateful or handsome (derived from Arabic roots Shakir or Shakeel).
Origin and history
Shakeem is a modern American name, likely created as a variant of names like Shakeel or Shakir, which stem from Arabic roots. It gained usage in the late 20th century in the United States. Today, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for baby boys.
Popularity in the United States
839 babies in the United States have been named Shakeem since 1880. It ranks #3837 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1864.
States where it is most popular
- NY (75.1 %)
- NJ (10.1 %)
- SC (5.4 %)
- PA (4 %)
- NC (3.6 %)
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 | 15 |
| 1980-1990 | 104 |
| 1990-2000 | 418 |
| 2000-2010 | 140 |
| 2010-2019 | 99 |
| 2020-2029 | 63 |
Fun facts
- Shakeem emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating rhythmic, Arabic-inspired names.