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Naheem
How to Pronounce Naheem
Pronounced nə-HEEM /nəˈhim/Medium
Meaning: A spelling linked to Arabic naim/naheem, 'tranquillity, contentment, comfort, bliss; blessed'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Naheem is a spelling linked to Arabic naim/naheem, 'tranquillity, contentment, comfort, ease, bliss' (kin to Naim, 'blessed, content'; jannat an-na'im, 'the gardens of bliss', in the Quran; routes layered, which we note). A soft, serene name across the Arab and African American communities (said 'nə-HEEM').
In the U.S. it appears across communities. Rare, tranquillity-and-bliss at the root, and serene.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Naheem mean?
Naheem ties to Arabic naim, 'tranquillity, contentment, bliss; blessed'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Naheem?
It's said nə-HEEM /nəˈhim/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Naheem a boy or girl name?
Naheem is a boy's name.
How popular is Naheem?
Naheem is a rare name in the U.S.