Hakam comes from the Arabic hakam, 'a judge; an arbiter; one who rules with wisdom' (al-Hakam is one of the names of God). A crisp, classic name (said 'HAH-kam').

In the U.S. it appears in Arabic-speaking families. Rare, a-judge-and-arbiter at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Hakam means 'a judge; an arbiter; one who rules with wisdom' in Arabic (al-Hakam is a name of God) — a crisp, dignified name (said 'HAH-kam').

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References — Hakam — Arabic etymology

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hakam mean?

Hakam is Arabic for 'a judge; an arbiter; one who rules with wisdom'.

How do you pronounce Hakam?

It's said HAH-kam /ˈhɑ.kɑm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Hakam a boy or girl name?

Hakam is a boy's name.

How popular is Hakam?

Hakam is a very rare name in the U.S.