Akram
Akram is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Most generous, most noble”.
| Meaning | Most generous, most noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أكرم |
| Pronunciation | AK-ram |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Egypt, Iraq, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Akram
Generosity and nobility are the meanings of the root k-r-m, and Akram is the superlative of karim, so it means most generous or most noble. The Quran calls God al-Akram in the very first verses ever revealed. The name is loved across the Muslim world, in Iraq, Egypt and Pakistan alike, and the cricketer Wasim Akram made it famous well beyond those countries.
Is Akram a Muslim name?
The first revelation of the Quran uses this word for God, which gives the name a special dignity: 'Read, and your Lord is the Most Generous (al-Akram)' (Quran 96:3).
How popular is Akram?
Iraq, Egypt, the Levant and Pakistan all use it widely, and Turks and Balkan Muslims say Ekrem.
Gifts with the name Akram
- Akram name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Akram baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Akram
Names similar to Akram
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akram mean?
Akram means 'Most generous, most noble'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Akram a Muslim name?
The first revelation of the Quran uses this word for God, which gives the name a special dignity: 'Read, and your Lord is the Most Generous (al-Akram)' (Quran 96:3).
How do you pronounce Akram?
Akram is pronounced AK-ram.
Is Akram a boy or girl name?
Akram is usually a boy name.