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Alim

Boy name

Alim has been given to 840 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 63,262 boys was named Alim.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

840

Peak year

2024 (40 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1970

10-year trend

▲ +29%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Alim — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Alim.

Sibling name ideas for Alim

Same era and popularity as Alim, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Alim?

Alim has been given to 840 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Alim peak?

Alim peaked in 2024, when 40 babies were given the name.

Is Alim a girl or boy name?

Alim is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Alim are boys).

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