Kareem
Kareem: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kÉËÉšiËm/
Meaning and origin of Kareem
- A male given name from Arabic, variant of Karim.
How popular is Kareem?
Since 1880, 198 girls and 18,161 boys in the U.S. have been named Kareem (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2931 in 1972. Its highest rank for boys was #367 in 1977. In 2025 it ranked #702 for boys, with 383 babies given the name.
Names similar to Kareem
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Sibling name ideas for Kareem
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Kareem FAQ
What does the name Kareem mean?
A male given name from Arabic, variant of Karim.
What is the origin of the name Kareem?
Kareem is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Kareem?
Since 1880, 198 girls and 18,161 boys in the U.S. have been named Kareem (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2931 in 1972. Its highest rank for boys was #367 in 1977. In 2025 it ranked #702 for boys, with 383 babies given the name.
Is Kareem a boy or girl name?
Kareem is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 198 girls and 18,161 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880â2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.