Jakeem Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jakeem is a modern variation of the biblical name Jacob, which means 'supplanter'. It has evolved from the Hebrew Ya'aqov through various languages and reflects traits of strength and determination. While it has biblical roots, it has gained contemporary popularity, especially in certain cultural communities.
The name Jakeem is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jakeem has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Jakeem' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3854th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3009th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3552nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jakeem' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jakeem"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈkiːm/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jakeem is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, which means 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'.
Meaning
Supplanter
Language Evolution
Ya'aqov (Hebrew), Jacob (Latin), Jacobus (Greek), Jake (English), Jakeem (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Jakeem has biblical ties through its relation to Jacob, a significant figure in the Bible.
Historical Usage
The name Jacob has been popular since biblical times, and variants like Jakeem have emerged in modern English-speaking cultures, particularly among African American communities since the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Jacob, Jake, Jaqem, Jaqeim
Modern Popularity & Image
Jakeem is viewed positively, often associated with strength and resilience, and has gained popularity as a unique and modern name.
Famous People
Jakeem Grant - American football player, Jakeem Alston - American actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jakeem"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jakeem"
"Jakeem" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3854th of 16616 | 213 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3009th of 24088 | 547 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3552nd of 23106 | 376 |
Regional Popularity of "Jakeem" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
31.41% 2297th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
38.24% 2609th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Jakeem" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jakeem"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jakeem" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.