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Hakim vs Kareem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hakim

Boy #2,403 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler, judge"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim African Swahili African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,403
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kareem

Boy #676 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous, noble, honorable"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim Egyptian Lebanese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#676
Total SSA Count
403
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hakim Rank #2,403
Kareem Rank #676

Kareem is more popular, ranked #676 vs #2403 for Hakim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hakim or Kareem more popular?

Kareem is more popular, ranked #676 compared to Hakim at #2403 in the United States.

What do Hakim and Kareem mean?

Hakim means "ruler, judge" (Arabic origin). Kareem means "generous, noble, honorable" (Arabic origin).

Are Hakim and Kareem boy or girl names?

Hakim is primarily a boy name. Kareem is primarily a boy name.

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