Hareem
Hareem is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Sanctuary, protected place”.
| Meaning | Sanctuary, protected place |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حريم |
| Pronunciation | ha-REEM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Hareem
Hareem comes from the Arabic ḥarīm, a space that is protected and inviolable. It shares a root with ḥaram, sanctuary. In both Arabic and Urdu, the word can mean the private family rooms of a house as well, which is why it is associated with respect and honour. Parents in Pakistan are the main users of the name, and Pakistani families abroad give it too.
Is Hareem a Muslim name?
Hareem is a girls' name favoured by Muslims, particularly in Pakistan, and comes from an Arabic word for a sacred and protected place.
How popular is Hareem?
Hareem is popular in Pakistan and with Pakistani families abroad, but is rarely used as a name in Arab countries.
Gifts with the name Hareem
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Spellings and variants of Hareem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hareem mean?
Hareem means 'Sanctuary, protected place'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hareem a Muslim name?
Hareem is a girls' name favoured by Muslims, particularly in Pakistan, and comes from an Arabic word for a sacred and protected place.
How do you pronounce Hareem?
Hareem is pronounced ha-REEM.
Is Hareem a boy or girl name?
Hareem is usually a girl name.