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Kahdeem

A masculine Arabic name meaning "servant" or "attendant".

Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Kahdeem. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kahdeem today is around 35 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kahdeem births was 1990 (6 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Kahdeem. 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 Kahdeem. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

6

~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans

Peak year

1990

6 babies that year

Average age

35

years old

1990 SSA rank

#7,623

Tracked since 1990

Popularity

Kahdeem: popularity over time

Babies born per year

023561990

Decades

Kahdeem 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 Kahdeem during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1990s606

Origin

Meaning and history of Kahdeem

The name Kahdeem has its origins in the Arabic language, tracing its roots back to the Middle East region during the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic word "qadim," which translates to "ancient" or "old." The name is believed to have been bestowed upon individuals in recognition of their wisdom, reverence for tradition, or connection to ancient lineages.

In Islamic tradition, the name Kahdeem holds a significant meaning, as it is reminiscent of the concept of honoring and respecting one's elders and the teachings of the past. This association with revering the ancient ways and embracing the wisdom of previous generations has contributed to the name's enduring popularity within Arabic-speaking cultures.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Kahdeem can be traced back to ancient Arabic manuscripts and historical records from the 8th and 9th centuries. It was during this time that the name gained prominence, particularly among scholarly circles and families with a strong intellectual or religious background.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kahdeem. One such figure was Kahdeem al-Jahiz, a renowned Arab prose writer, literary theorist, and philosopher who lived in the 9th century (776-868 CE). His works, which encompassed a wide range of topics from zoology to theology, have greatly influenced the development of Arabic literature and intellectual discourse.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Kahdeem ibn Abi al-Qasim, a renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 10th century (940-1010 CE). His contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy were significant, and he is remembered for his treatises on spherical trigonometry and astronomical observations.

In the 12th century, Kahdeem al-Bukhari, a revered Islamic scholar and hadith compiler, made his mark on the religious and literary landscape. His work, "Sahih al-Bukhari," is considered one of the most authentic collections of prophetic traditions in Islamic literature and has been widely studied and revered by Muslims worldwide.

During the 14th century, Kahdeem al-Razi, a renowned physician, philosopher, and alchemist, left an indelible mark on the fields of medicine and natural sciences. His contributions to the understanding of various diseases, as well as his pioneering work in alchemy and chemistry, have earned him a place among the most influential scholars of the medieval Islamic world.

In the realm of art and literature, Kahdeem al-Samarrai, a renowned Iraqi poet who lived in the 20th century (1942-2011), was a celebrated figure. His poetic works, which often explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, have been widely acclaimed and have left a lasting impact on Arabic poetry.

These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have carried the name Kahdeem throughout history, each leaving their mark on various fields of human endeavor and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and intellectual heritage.

People

Kahdeem + last name combinations

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FAQ

Kahdeem: questions and answers

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

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kahdeem 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 57,125,723 US residents.

Is Kahdeem a common name?

We classify Kahdeem as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Kahdeem most popular?

The single biggest year for Kahdeem was 1990, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kahdeem is about 35 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 Kahdeem in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Kahdeem a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kahdeem 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 Kahdeem still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Kahdeem 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 Kahdeem 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 have Kahdeem as a first name?

You can see how many Americans are named Kahdeem on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.

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