Akeem
Akeem is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, West African form of Hakim origin, meaning “Wise, full of wisdom”.
| Meaning | Wise, full of wisdom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, West African form of Hakim |
| Written as | حكيم |
| Pronunciation | ah-KEEM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, West Africa, United States |
Meaning and origin of Akeem
Wisdom and sound judgement are the meanings of the root h-k-m, and Hakim means wise; al-Hakim, the Wise, is a name of God. Akeem is a form of Hakim that has lost its first h, a common change in Yoruba speech. The basketball star Hakeem Olajuwon was first known as Akeem before he added the H. The spelling is popular in Nigeria and among African American families.
Is Akeem a Muslim name?
It is a West African form of Hakim, wise, and the Arabic word appears often in the Quran, as in 'Indeed, You are the Knowing, the Wise (al-Ḥakīm)' (Quran 2:32).
How popular is Akeem?
Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria and many African American families use it.
Gifts with the name Akeem
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Akeem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akeem mean?
Akeem means 'Wise, full of wisdom'. It is of Arabic, West African form of Hakim origin.
Is Akeem a Muslim name?
It is a West African form of Hakim, wise, and the Arabic word appears often in the Quran, as in 'Indeed, You are the Knowing, the Wise (al-Ḥakīm)' (Quran 2:32).
How do you pronounce Akeem?
Akeem is pronounced ah-KEEM.
Is Akeem a boy or girl name?
Akeem is usually a boy name.