Kerim
Kerim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Generous, noble, honourable”.
| Meaning | Generous, noble, honourable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Karīm |
| Arabic spelling | كريم |
| Pronunciation | keh-REEM |
| Arabic root | ك ر م (k-r-m) — to be generous, noble |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kerim
Kerim is the Turkish and Balkan form of Arabic Karīm, 'generous, noble'. Al-Karīm, the Most Generous, is one of the Beautiful Names of Allah, and the word is also used for the Quran itself (al-Qurʾān al-Karīm). It is often found in compounds such as Abdülkerim, 'servant of the Generous'.
Is Kerim a Muslim name?
Yes. Kerim is a Muslim name of Arabic origin. As a personal name it means generous; in its full form Abdülkerim it refers to God's name al-Karīm.
Is Kerim in the Quran?
The word appears in 'O mankind, what has deceived you concerning your Lord, the Generous?' (Quran 82:6).
Where is the name Kerim used?
Common in Turkey and the Balkans; Karim is the usual Arabic and international spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kerim mean?
Kerim means 'Generous, noble, honourable'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Karīm.
Is Kerim a Muslim name?
Yes. Kerim is a Muslim name of Arabic origin. As a personal name it means generous; in its full form Abdülkerim it refers to God's name al-Karīm.
How do you write Kerim in Arabic?
Kerim is written كريم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kerim?
Kerim is pronounced keh-REEM.
Is Kerim mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'O mankind, what has deceived you concerning your Lord, the Generous?' (Quran 82:6).