Hakam
Meaning of Hakam
Hakam is a distinguished male name of Arabic origin, meaning "wise" or "judge." Pronounced HAH-kahm (/hɑˈkɑm/), the name carries connotations of wisdom and authority, often associated with someone who is discerning and just. It shares its roots with the more commonly known variation, Hakim, which also implies one who has wisdom or acts as a judge. In 2023, Hakam was given to 7 newborns in the United States, ranking it at 9714 on the popularity charts. The name's rarity in the U.S. adds to its unique appeal for parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their child.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as HAH-kahm (/hɑˈkɑm/)
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Notable People Named Hakam
| Hakam Balawi - Hakam Umar As‘ad Balawi was a prominent Palestinian politician who served in the Palestinian National Authority cabinet and the Palestinian Legislative Council. |
| Hakam Singh Thekedar is an Indian politician and MLA for Raikot in the Punjab Legislative Assembly, elected in 2022 as a member of the Aam Aadmi Party. |
| Hakam Sufi was an Indian Punjabi singer and songwriter known for his pure musical style and avoidance of vulgarity, balancing his career with his job as a school teacher. |
| Hakam Ali Khan is an Indian politician and member of the Indian National Congress, currently serving as the Chairman of the Waqf Development Council Rajasthan and a Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Fatehpur. |
| Hakam Singh was an Indian race walker who won gold medals at the 1978 Asian Games and the 1979 Asian Track and Field Meeting in Tokyo, and received the Dhyan Chand Award for his achievements in athletics. |
