Intelligent, learned, or one who understands
Derived from the Arabic root f-h-m, meaning to understand or comprehend. It signifies a person with great discernment, intellect, and wisdom. It is a respected name in various cultures across the Middle East and South Asia.
Less common today
Faheem isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,731 in 1992.
Afghan-American actor and author
American stand-up comedian and actor
American singer and rapper known as T-Pain
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
