Declining since 2015, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Hatem since 1964
Babies named Hatem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 9 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Hatem is a masculine Arabic name rooted in the concept of judgment and generosity. Recorded in U.S. data since 1964, it reached its peak popularity in 1985 but has been declining since 2015, according to trajectory data. The name's enduring appeal in Arabic-speaking cultures is tied to the legendary pre-Islamic poet Hatem al-Tai, whose name became synonymous with hospitality. While never ranking among the top names in the U.S., its consistent use reflects a connection to heritage.
Derived from the Arabic root ḥ-t-m (ح-ت-م), associated with decisiveness and judgment. The name Hatem (حاتم) is commonly interpreted as 'judge' or 'decisive,' while also connected to generosity through the famous pre-Islamic poet Hatem al-Tai, renowned for his hospitality. It has been used across the Arabic-speaking world for centuries, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
“Hatem” around the world
Where Hatem lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Haty
Variants: Hatam
Sibling names for Hatem
Names that share Hatem's style, for a brother or sister.
