Nykeem
boy nameNykeem entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #8255 in 2023, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
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rank today
#8255
peak (2023)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9603 |
| 2000s | #10553 |
| 2010s | #9874 |
| 2020s | #11188 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nykeem are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nykeem is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nykeem in 2025?
- Nykeem is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nykeem most popular?
- Nykeem peaked in 2023, reaching #8255 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nykeem with classmates?
- Nykeem will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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