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Hakeem

Hakeem (name) means a masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "wise" or "judicious.". Example: “Hakeem Olajuwon became one of basketball's greatest centers.”

name

A masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "wise" or "judicious."

"Hakeem Olajuwon became one of basketball's greatest centers."

How to use Hakeem

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA boy's or man's name meaning "wise one."

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Word forms

Hakeems plural

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Etymology

An alternative spelling of Hakim.

Rhymes for Hakeem

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hakeem” mean?

The word “Hakeem” means a masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "wise" or "judicious.". In plain terms, a boy's or man's name meaning "wise one.".

How do you use “Hakeem” in a sentence?

Here is “Hakeem” used in a sentence: “Hakeem Olajuwon became one of basketball's greatest centers.”

What part of speech is “Hakeem”?

“Hakeem” is a name.

What is the meaning of Hakeem?

"Hakeem" (name) means a masculine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "wise" or "judicious.".