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Jamal vs Hakeem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jamal

Boy #1,183 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beauty, handsomeness"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim African American Swahili Turkish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,183
Total SSA Count
175
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hakeem

Boy #1,262 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wise, judicious"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic West African Muslim Nigerian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,262
Total SSA Count
156
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jamal Rank #1,183
Hakeem Rank #1,262

Jamal is more popular, ranked #1183 vs #1262 for Hakeem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jamal or Hakeem more popular?

Jamal is more popular, ranked #1183 compared to Hakeem at #1262 in the United States.

What do Jamal and Hakeem mean?

Jamal means "beauty, handsomeness" (Arabic origin). Hakeem means "wise, judicious" (Arabic origin).

Are Jamal and Hakeem boy or girl names?

Jamal is primarily a boy name. Hakeem is primarily a boy name.

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