Ekram
Ekram is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “Honour, generosity, hospitality”.
| Meaning | Honour, generosity, hospitality |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | إكرام |
| Pronunciation | ek-RAHM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Maghreb, Pakistan, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Ekram
Ekram is an English spelling of the Arabic ikrām, the act of honouring a person or welcoming them with generous hospitality. Its root is tied to nobility and openhandedness. Muslims know the word from a title of God, Dhū al-Jalāl wa al-Ikrām, usually translated as the Lord of Majesty and Honour. Curiously, the name switches gender by region: Egyptians and North Africans mostly give it to daughters, whereas South Asian families usually choose it for sons.
Is Ekram a Muslim name?
Its link to a title of God gives the name real weight for Muslim parents. The Quran says: 'And there will remain the Face of your Lord, Owner of Majesty and Honour (al-ikrām)' (Quran 55:27).
How popular is Ekram?
Girls bear it in Egypt and the Maghreb, while boys carry it in Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Ekram
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Spellings and variants of Ekram
Names similar to Ekram
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ekram mean?
Ekram means 'Honour, generosity, hospitality'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ekram a Muslim name?
Its link to a title of God gives the name real weight for Muslim parents. The Quran says: 'And there will remain the Face of your Lord, Owner of Majesty and Honour (al-ikrām)' (Quran 55:27).
How do you pronounce Ekram?
Ekram is pronounced ek-RAHM.
Is Ekram a boy or girl name?
Ekram is used for both boys and girls.