Holding steady, #4,396 for boys today.
Popularity of Azeem since 1979
Babies named Azeem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 34 |
| 1990s | 121 |
| 2000s | 148 |
| 2010s | 199 |
| 2020s | 133 |
Meaning & origin
Azeem is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'great' or 'mighty,' rooted in Islamic tradition as one of the 99 names of God. In the United States, the name first appeared on record in 1979 and has maintained a steady, if modest, presence. By 2023 it reached its highest rank yet at 4,396, with an incidence of 1 in 74,264 boys. The name's trajectory has been stable over recent decades, reflecting consistent but niche usage. Its strongest representation is in Pennsylvania and New York, states with significant Muslim-American communities. Azeem remains a distinctive choice, carrying spiritual resonance while remaining accessible across cultures.
Azeem is the English transliteration of the Arabic name 'Azim (عظيم), meaning 'great,' 'mighty,' or 'magnificent.' It is one of the 99 names of God (al-'Azim) in Islam, and as a given name it is common among Muslims worldwide. The name appears in varied spellings such as Azim and Azeem, the latter being especially popular among South Asian Muslim families.
Where Azeem is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Az, Azi
Variants: Azim, Adhim, Atheem
Sibling names for Azeem
Names that share Azeem's style, for a brother or sister.
