Kaleem
Kaleem is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,408 in the US, popular nicknames include Kal, Kay, and Kalie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kaleem first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 446 babies have been named Kaleem in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaleem is past its peak , currently ranked #7,408 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,408
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Kaleem
Kaleem is a boy name .
Kaleem is currently ranked #7,408 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kaleem include Kal, Kay, Kalie, and Kaleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kaleem include Kaleb, Kaleo, Kalel, Kaleth, Kalen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis