Kareem

The name Kareem is traditionally given to someone expected to embody qualities of nobility, generosity, and honor. The name reflects a cultural emphasis on admirable character traits and social respectability.

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The name Kareem originates from Arabic culture. It is derived from the Arabic word 'Kareem' meaning noble, generous, and honorable.

  • Popularity: 1,286th
  • Babies named Kareem in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 441
  • Nicknames: Kari, Reem, Kim, K, Kreemy.
  • Full Names: Karim, Qareem, Kharim, Kareemullah, Abdul Kareem.
  • Famous Namesakes: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - Basketball Player, Kareem Campbell - Skateboarder, Kareem Rush - Basketball Player, Kareem Jackson - Football Player, Kareem Mortimer - Filmmaker.
  • Gender: Traditionally seen as a male name, but can be used for females too.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Kareem influences those with heartfelt compassion and a charismatic nature. The numerological value associated with the name is generally '7', which signifies introspection, intuition, and deep truth-seeking tendencies.

The name Kareem enjoys popularity in predominantly Muslim regions. Internationally, it experienced a rise in popularity in the United States in the 1970s, partly due to the fame of basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

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