Nakeem
Boy nameNakeem has been given to 197 babies in the U.S. since 1989. It peaked in 2002. In 2025, about 1 in 284,679 boys was named Nakeem.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
197
Peak year
2002 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1989
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nakeem — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nakeem.
Sibling name ideas for Nakeem
Same era and popularity as Nakeem, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nakeem?
Nakeem has been given to 197 babies in the U.S. since 1989. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nakeem peak?
Nakeem peaked in 2002, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Nakeem a girl or boy name?
Nakeem is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nakeem are boys).
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