Irem
Irem is a Muslim girl name of Turkish form of Arabic Iram origin, meaning “Garden of paradise”.
| Meaning | Garden of paradise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Iram |
| Written as | إرم |
| Pronunciation | ee-REM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Azerbaijan, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Irem
Turkish turned the Quranic Iram, home of the people of ʿĀd, into İrem. Over time Turkish speech, echoing Persian verse, came to use İrem bağı, 'Irem's garden', for an earthly paradise. So when Turks hear the name they think of a heavenly garden rather than an ancient city. Girls have received it in growing numbers since the 1980s, and it remains a popular choice.
Is Irem a Muslim name?
Irem keeps a Quranic connection through its source, Iram. The original appears in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars' (Quran 89:7), and Turkish Muslim families give the name widely.
How popular is Irem?
Turkish families, whether in Turkey, elsewhere in Europe or in Azerbaijan, choose it often.
Gifts with the name Irem
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Spellings and variants of Irem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Irem mean?
Irem means 'Garden of paradise'. It is of Turkish form of Arabic Iram origin.
Is Irem a Muslim name?
Irem keeps a Quranic connection through its source, Iram. The original appears in 'Iram, possessor of lofty pillars' (Quran 89:7), and Turkish Muslim families give the name widely.
How do you pronounce Irem?
Irem is pronounced ee-REM.
Is Irem a boy or girl name?
Irem is usually a girl name.