Will my child share the name Kadeem with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 9 UK babies named Kadeem per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kadeem in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kadeem becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kadeem is rising: up 2,262 places since 2019, to #2,440 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #818 in 1996.

Is Kadeem a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kadeem 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 Kadeem a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Kadeem is a distinctive choice, ranked #2440 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Kadeem in their class.

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About the Name Kadeem

Kadeem has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 240 places in five years. It was most popular in 1996 at #818 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.

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