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Haseem

Of Arabic origin, meaning "steadfast" or "firm in faith".

Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Haseem. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Haseem today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Haseem births was 2018 (7 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Haseem. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Haseem. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

12

~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans

Peak year

2018

7 babies that year

Average age

16

years old

2018 SSA rank

#10,046

Tracked since 1998

Popularity

Haseem: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Haseem from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 7 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.

Babies born per year

024572000200520102015

Decades

Haseem by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Haseem during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1990s505
2010s707

Origin

Meaning and history of Haseem

The name Haseem has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, with a rich history stretching back centuries. It is believed to have originated from the Arabic word "hasim," which means "resolute" or "determined." This name was initially prevalent in the Middle East and North Africa, particularly in regions where Arabic was the predominant language.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Haseem can be found in ancient Islamic texts and manuscripts from the 7th century CE. These texts often mention individuals bearing this name, indicating its usage during the early days of Islamic civilization. Interestingly, some scholars suggest that the name may have been derived from the Arabic phrase "hasim al-shajr," which translates to "one who breaks the tree," potentially signifying strength and resilience.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Haseem. One such individual was Haseem al-Basri, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 8th century CE (642 CE - 728 CE). He was known for his contributions to the development of Islamic jurisprudence and his teachings on spirituality and ethics.

Another prominent figure was Haseem ibn Abbas, a military commander who served under the Abbasid Caliphate in the 9th century CE (776 CE - 849 CE). He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was renowned for his strategic abilities and leadership on the battlefield.

In the realm of literature, Haseem al-Kindi, an Arab philosopher and writer from the 9th century CE (801 CE - 873 CE), left a lasting impact with his works on various subjects, including philosophy, mathematics, and astronomy. He is often regarded as one of the first Arab philosophers to engage with Greek thought and played a significant role in the translation of ancient Greek texts into Arabic.

Moving forward in time, Haseem al-Ghazali, a prominent Islamic scholar and theologian from the 11th century CE (1058 CE - 1111 CE), made significant contributions to the fields of Islamic philosophy, jurisprudence, and Sufism. His influential work, "The Revival of the Religious Sciences," is considered a masterpiece and has had a profound impact on Islamic thought and spirituality.

Lastly, Haseem Pasha, an Ottoman statesman and military commander from the 16th century CE (1489 CE - 1567 CE), was a notable figure who served as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire during the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. He played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Ottoman Empire's territories, particularly in the Balkans and the Mediterranean region.

People

Haseem + last name combinations

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FAQ

Haseem: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Haseem?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Haseem going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 28,562,862 US residents.

Is Haseem a common name?

We classify Haseem as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Haseem most popular?

The single biggest year for Haseem was 2018, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Haseem is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Haseem in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Haseem a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Haseem in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Haseem still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Haseem in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Haseem can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many people share the name Haseem?

Find out how many people share the name Haseem on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.

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