Will my child share the name Fahim with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 6 UK babies named Fahim per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Fahim in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Fahim becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Fahim is declining: down 242 places since 2019, to #3,255 in 2024. It peaked at #554 in 1998.

Is Fahim a good choice for a distinctive name?

Fahim 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.

Is Fahim a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Fahim is a distinctive choice, ranked #3255 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Fahim in their class.

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UK Rank 2024

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About the Name Fahim

Fahim has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 242 places in five years. It was most popular in 1998 at #554 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

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