Rakim
boy name#6446 in 2025Rakim entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #1135 in 1992, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
#6446
rank today
#1135
peak (1992)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3751 |
| 1990s | #1798 |
| 2000s | #4075 |
| 2010s | #4606 |
| 2020s | #4736 |
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Rakim are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rakim alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rakim in 2025?
- Rakim ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rakim most popular?
- Rakim peaked in 1992, reaching #1135 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rakim with classmates?
- Rakim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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