Irem
Irem is a Muslim girl name meaning “Garden of paradise”.
| Meaning | Garden of paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Iram |
| Arabic spelling | إرم |
| Pronunciation | ee-REM |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Irem
Irem (İrem) is the Turkish form of Iram, the city of ʿĀd named in the Quran. In Turkish, as in Persian poetry, İrem bağı ('the garden of Irem') came to mean an earthly paradise, so the name is understood as 'garden of heaven'. It became one of the more popular girls' names in Turkey from the 1980s onward.
Is Irem a Muslim name?
Yes. Irem is the Turkish form of Iram, a name with Quranic roots, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.
Is Irem in the Quran?
The original Iram appears in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars' (Quran 89:7).
Where is the name Irem used?
Common in Turkey and among Turkish communities in Europe and Azerbaijan.
Gifts with the name Irem
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Irem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Irem mean?
Irem means 'Garden of paradise'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Iram.
Is Irem a Muslim name?
Yes. Irem is the Turkish form of Iram, a name with Quranic roots, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you write Irem in Arabic?
Irem is written إرم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Irem?
Irem is pronounced ee-REM.
Is Irem mentioned in the Quran?
The original Iram appears in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars' (Quran 89:7).