Shakim
boy nameShakim entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #2847 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#2847
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4778 |
| 1980s | #5100 |
| 1990s | #3712 |
| 2000s | #6584 |
| 2010s | #11490 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Shakim are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shakim alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shakim in 2025?
- Shakim is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shakim most popular?
- Shakim peaked in 1995, reaching #2847 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shakim with classmates?
- Shakim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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