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Khalif vs Hakim

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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Popularity Comparison

Khalif Rank #3,782
Hakim Rank #2,403

Hakim is more popular, ranked #2403 vs #3782 for Khalif.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Khalif or Hakim more popular?

Hakim is more popular, ranked #2403 compared to Khalif at #3782 in the United States.

What do Khalif and Hakim mean?

Khalif means "successor, caliph" (Arabic origin). Hakim means "ruler, judge" (Arabic origin).

Are Khalif and Hakim boy or girl names?

Khalif is primarily a boy name. Hakim is primarily a boy name.

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