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Ismaeel vs Rakeem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rakeem

Boy #4,866 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the writer, the recorder"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,866
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ismaeel Rank #4,904
Rakeem Rank #4,866

Rakeem is more popular, ranked #4866 vs #4904 for Ismaeel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ismaeel or Rakeem more popular?

Rakeem is more popular, ranked #4866 compared to Ismaeel at #4904 in the United States.

What do Ismaeel and Rakeem mean?

Ismaeel means "God will hear, God listens" (Hebrew origin). Rakeem means "the writer, the recorder" (Arabic origin).

Are Ismaeel and Rakeem boy or girl names?

Ismaeel is primarily a boy name. Rakeem is primarily a boy name.

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