Hakim vs Theodore

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
Nicknames
Hak, Keem

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hakim Rank #2,403
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2403 for Hakim.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hakim ___

  • Hakim Omar
  • Hakim Hassan
  • Hakim Ali
  • Hakim Abdul
  • Hakim Ibrahim
  • Hakim Marcus

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hakim

Kareem Layla Fatima Ibrahim Nadia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hakim or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hakim at #2403 in the United States.

What do Hakim and Theodore mean?

Hakim means "ruler, judge" (Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hakim and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hakim is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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