Karim
Karim first appears in US records in 1957. It peaked in 2023, when 376 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 198.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Karim popular?
Rising Karim has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 1,613 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,771 | |
| 2000s | 1,242 | |
| 1990s | 831 | |
| 1980s | 646 | |
| 1970s | 626 | |
| 1960s | 132 | |
| 1950s | 25 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Karim mean?
Karim means “generous” or “noble”; al-Karim is one of the names of God.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Karim mean?
Karim means Generous, noble. Karim means “generous” or “noble”; al-Karim is one of the names of God.
What is the origin of the name Karim?
Karim is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Karim?
Karim is pronounced “kah-REEM.”
Is Karim a boy or a girl name?
Karim is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Karim a popular name right now?
Karim has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Karim?
In 2025, Karim ranked #1084 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Karim most popular?
Karim was most popular in 2023, when about 376 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Karim?
Names similar to Karim include Idris, Mustafa, Ayan, Hassan, Yahya.
What names go well with Karim?
Arabic names that pair well with Karim include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.