Will my child share the name Azeem with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 22 UK babies named Azeem per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Azeem in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Azeem becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Azeem is rising: up 1,128 places since 2020, to #1,276 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #694 in 1997.

Is Azeem a good choice for a distinctive name?

Azeem is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Azeem?

Notable people named Azeem include: Azeem Hafeez, Azeem Abdulai and Azeem Akhtar.

Is Azeem a popular baby name in the United States?

Azeem does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Azeem is a distinctive choice, ranked #1276 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Azeem in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Azeem

Azeem is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 944 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #694 in 1997 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Azeem is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Azeem in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Azeem

Azeem Hafeez — Raja Azeem Hafeez is a Pakistani former cricketer who played 18 Test matches for the national team from 1983 to 1985.
Azeem Abdulai — Azeem Kerr Abdulai is a Scottish footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder, centre-back or winger for EFL League One side Leyton Orient.
Azeem Akhtar — Azeem Ameen Akhtar is an Indian first-class cricketer who plays for Rajasthan.

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