Rising since 2010, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Khadim since 1998
Babies named Khadim per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Khadim's real moment was 2018.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 83 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Khadim entered U.S. records in 1998 and has been on a gradual rise since 2010. Its peak popularity came in 2018, though it remains a rare choice nationwide, with about 1 in 170,808 boys receiving the name in 2025. The name has not been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its broad but sparse usage across the country. As a name rooted in Arabic and Islamic tradition, Khadim carries a clear and reverent meaning that appeals to families seeking a name with spiritual significance.
Khadim is an Arabic name derived from the root word 'khadama,' meaning 'to serve.' It is commonly used in Muslim cultures as part of compound names like Khadimullah (servant of God), and as a standalone name it conveys devotion and humility. The name has been used historically in various Islamic societies and remains a traditional choice.
“Khadim” around the world
Where Khadim 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: Khad
Variants: Khadem
Sibling names for Khadim
Names that share Khadim's style, for a brother or sister.
