Karimah
Karimah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Generous, noble”.
| Meaning | Generous, noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | كريمة |
| Pronunciation | ka-REE-mah |
| Arabic root | ك ر م (k-r-m) — to be generous, noble |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Karimah
Karimah is a spelling of Karīma, the feminine of Karīm, generous and noble. The final h represents the feminine ending, common in English and Malay transliteration. Karīma bint Aḥmad al-Marwaziyya was a celebrated female hadith scholar in Makkah.
Is Karimah a Muslim name?
Yes. Karimah is a Muslim girl's name meaning generous and noble.
Where is the name Karimah used?
Used in Malaysia, Indonesia and English-speaking Muslim communities.
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Spellings and variants of Karimah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Karimah mean?
Karimah means 'Generous, noble'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Karimah a Muslim name?
Yes. Karimah is a Muslim girl's name meaning generous and noble.
How do you write Karimah in Arabic?
Karimah is written كريمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Karimah?
Karimah is pronounced ka-REE-mah.