حريم

Hareem

girlArabic

Hareem is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sanctuary, sacred and protected place”.

MeaningSanctuary, sacred and protected place
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingحريم
Pronunciationha-REEM
Arabic rootح ر م (ḥ-r-m) — to be sacred, inviolable
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Hareem

Hareem comes from Arabic ḥarīm, a protected, inviolable space, from the same root as ḥaram (sanctuary). In Arabic and Urdu the word also refers to the private family quarters of a house, which is why it is linked with respect and honour. As a girls' name it is mainly a Pakistani usage.

Is Hareem a Muslim name?

Yes. Hareem is used as a Muslim girls' name, especially in Pakistan, from an Arabic word for a sacred, protected place.

Where is the name Hareem used?

Popular in Pakistan and among Pakistani families abroad; rarely used as a name in Arab countries.

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Spellings and variants of Hareem

HarimHareema

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hareem mean?

Hareem means 'Sanctuary, sacred and protected place'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Hareem a Muslim name?

Yes. Hareem is used as a Muslim girls' name, especially in Pakistan, from an Arabic word for a sacred, protected place.

How do you write Hareem in Arabic?

Hareem is written حريم in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Hareem?

Hareem is pronounced ha-REEM.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.