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Rakim

rah-KEEM

Popularity

#4656

stable

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

1,308

Peak Year

#94 in 1992

First Recorded

1981

Style

Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

From an Arabic word meaning 'one who is knowledgeable' or 'wise'. It suggests intelligence and understanding.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rakim

    Influential American rapper, known for lyrical prowess.

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Personality Traits

intelligentarticulatethoughtfulperceptive

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