NAME PROFILE
Hakim
Hakim is an Arabic name that means 'wise' or 'judicious.' It embodies a sense of intelligence and thoughtful decision-making, often associated with individuals who are seen as leaders or mentors in their communities.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,361 |
| Gender | Male (41% / 59%) |
| Peak year | 1976 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1964 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Arabic, African, Persian |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 31%PA — 30%NJ — 22%CA — 14%OH — 3%
Notable People
Hakim Olajuwon (Former NBA player and Hall of Famer) · Hakim Bey (Pseudonym of the anarchist writer Peter Lamborn Wilson) · Hakim Ziyech (Professional footballer from Morocco) · Hakim Adi (Historian and author) · Hakim Jamil (Influential Islamic scholar)
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