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Rakeem
Rakeem Pronunciation
Rakeem is pronounced rə-KEEM /rəˈkim/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic — linked to raheem, 'merciful, compassionate' (ar-Rahim, a name of God), or raqim, 'the engraver'; routes layeredLow
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History & Origin
Rakeem comes from Arabic — linked to raheem, 'merciful, compassionate' (ar-Rahim, a divine name), or raqim, 'the engraver, writer' (routes layered, which we note). A warm, soulful name (a spelling of Rakim).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, merciful-or-engraver at the root, and soulful.
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How do you pronounce Rakeem?
Rakeem is pronounced rə-KEEM (/rəˈkim/). Press play above to hear Rakeem said aloud.
How do you say Rakeem?
Rakeem is said rə-KEEM (/rəˈkim/). Press play above to hear Rakeem said aloud.
What does the name Rakeem mean?
Rakeem links to Arabic 'merciful, compassionate' (raheem) or 'the engraver' (raqim); the routes are layered.
Is Rakeem a boy or girl name?
Rakeem is a boy's name.
How popular is Rakeem?
Rakeem is a rare name in the U.S.