Faheem

Faheem: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Faheem

  • A male given name from Arabic.

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic فَهِيم (fahīm, “to understand”).

How popular is Faheem?

8U.S. babies in 2025
#2086peak rank (1977)
808babies since 1880

Since 1880, 808 boys in the U.S. have been named Faheem. Its highest rank for boys was #2086 in 1977. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Faheem FAQ

What does the name Faheem mean?

A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic فَهِيم (fahīm, “to understand”).

What is the origin of the name Faheem?

Faheem is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Faheem?

Since 1880, 808 boys in the U.S. have been named Faheem. Its highest rank for boys was #2086 in 1977. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Faheem a boy or girl name?

Faheem is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 808 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.