Abdul-Kareem
Abdul-Kareem is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Most Generous”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Most Generous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الكريم |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-ka-REEM |
| Arabic root | ك ر م (k-r-m) — to be generous, noble |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Kareem
Abdul-Kareem (ʿAbd al-Karīm) honours God as al-Karīm, the Generous and Noble. It is one of the most widespread 'Abd' names. Bearers include the Sufi writer ʿAbd al-Karīm al-Jīlī, the Rif resistance leader ʿAbd al-Karīm al-Khaṭṭābī of Morocco, and Iraqi prime minister ʿAbd al-Karīm Qāsim.
Is Abdul-Kareem a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Kareem is a classic Muslim name meaning servant of the Most Generous, used in every Muslim region.
Is Abdul-Kareem in the Quran?
The Quran asks, 'O mankind, what has deceived you about your Lord, the Most Generous?' (Quran 82:6).
Where is the name Abdul-Kareem used?
Used throughout the Arab world, Africa and Asia; Abdikarim is the Somali form and Abdulkareem is common in Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Kareem mean?
Abdul-Kareem means 'Servant of the Most Generous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Kareem a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Kareem is a classic Muslim name meaning servant of the Most Generous, used in every Muslim region.
How do you write Abdul-Kareem in Arabic?
Abdul-Kareem is written عبد الكريم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Kareem?
Abdul-Kareem is pronounced ab-dul-ka-REEM.
Is Abdul-Kareem mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran asks, 'O mankind, what has deceived you about your Lord, the Most Generous?' (Quran 82:6).