Akram
Akram is a Muslim boy name meaning “Most generous, most noble”.
| Meaning | Most generous, most noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أكرم |
| Pronunciation | AK-ram |
| Arabic root | ك ر م (k-r-m) — generosity, nobility |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Akram
Akram means 'most generous' or 'most noble', the superlative of karīm. Al-Akram is used of God in the first revealed verses of the Quran. The name is popular across the Muslim world, from Egypt and Iraq to Pakistan, and the cricketer Wasim Akram made it widely known.
Is Akram a Muslim name?
Yes. Akram is a Muslim name of Arabic origin; the word is used for God in the first revelation of the Quran.
Is Akram in the Quran?
It appears in the first revealed verses: 'Read, and your Lord is the Most Generous (al-Akram)' (Quran 96:3).
Where is the name Akram used?
Common in Pakistan, Egypt, Iraq and the Levant; Ekrem in Turkey and the Balkans.
Gifts with the name Akram
- Akram name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akram mean?
Akram means 'Most generous, most noble'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Akram a Muslim name?
Yes. Akram is a Muslim name of Arabic origin; the word is used for God in the first revelation of the Quran.
How do you write Akram in Arabic?
Akram is written أكرم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Akram?
Akram is pronounced AK-ram.
Is Akram mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in the first revealed verses: 'Read, and your Lord is the Most Generous (al-Akram)' (Quran 96:3).