Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Taheem since 1982
Babies named Taheem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 93 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 96 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Taheem is an uncommon American masculine name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1982. Its popularity peaked in 1991, though even then it remained exceedingly rare. The name has followed a stable trajectory, never breaking into widespread use. In the most recent data from 2025, it ranked 12,008th, with about 1 in every 341,615 male newborns receiving the name. The lack of top states suggests its usage is scattered rather than concentrated regionally. Taheem likely emerged as a modern invention, possibly drawing from the Arabic root for 'pure' or simply fashioned from stylish contemporary sounds. Its sustained but minimal presence across decades reflects a pattern of names that are chosen by a small but consistent number of parents seeking a distinctive option.
The name Taheem appears to be a modern American creation, possibly influenced by the Arabic name Tahir (meaning 'pure') or blended from popular sounds. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1982, fitting a pattern of inventive names with the -eem suffix. Its usage has remained rare and relatively stable since then.
Sibling names for Taheem
Names that share Taheem's style, for a brother or sister.
