Hakim

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Pronounced hah-KEEM /hɑːˈkiːm/High

Meaning: Wise; physician; ruler; from Arabic hakim (wise, physician, one who judges — Al-Hakim: The All-Wise is one of the 99 Names of Allah)High

In 30 seconds: An Arabic name meaning 'wise,' 'ruler,' or 'physician' — Al-Hakim (The All-Wise) is one of the 99 Names of Allah. Associated with Hall of Fame NBA center Hakeem Olajuwon, who added this name's grace to basketball greatness.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningWise; physician; ruler; from Arabic hakim (wise, physician, one who judges — Al-Hakim: The All-Wise is one of the 99 Names of Allah)

U.S. rank (2025)#2777 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births46 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1976

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,361

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Hakim comes from Arabic hakim (wise, judge, physician). Al-Hakim (The All-Wise) is one of the 99 Names of Allah in Islam, giving the name profound divine significance. A hakim was also historically a physician or ruler in the Islamic world.

Hakim is used across Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities globally. In the United States its profile was raised by basketball player Hakeem Olajuwon. Its 2024 ranking of #2398 for boys reflects steady use.

Did you know? Hakeem Olajuwon (born 1963) is widely considered the greatest center in NBA history — his 'Dream Shake' move was utterly unguardable, and he is the only player to win MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and Finals MVP in the same season (1994). He is named from Arabic Hakim (wise).

Overall data confidence 94%

Behind the Name — Hakim — Arabic etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

HakeemHakam

Nicknames

Hak

Famous Bearers

★Hakeem Olajuwon (1963–present)
Nigerian-American NBA center, two-time NBA champion with the Houston Rockets, widely considered among the greatest centers in NBA history. Known for his 'Dream Shake.'

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hakim mean?

Hakim means 'wise,' 'physician,' or 'ruler' in Arabic. Al-Hakim (The All-Wise) is one of the 99 Names of Allah.

How do you pronounce Hakim?

It's said hah-KEEM /hɑːˈkiːm/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Hakim a boy or girl name?

Hakim is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Hakim?

Hakim ranked #2398 for U.S. boys in 2024.