Kareemah
Kareemah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Generous, noble woman”.
| Meaning | Generous, noble woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | كريمة |
| Pronunciation | ka-REE-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Kareemah
With a final h for the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa, Karīma becomes Kareemah. The root k-r-m behind it ties generosity to nobility. Its meaning, a woman of generosity and dignity, is the same in every spelling. Nigerian Muslim families are especially fond of this form, and so are many Muslims in the US and the UK. It is a name that celebrates kindness and good character.
Is Kareemah a Muslim name?
Muslim parents use this spelling of Karima, and the word appears in 'and speak to them a noble word' (Quran 17:23).
How popular is Kareemah?
It is popular with Muslims in Nigeria and across the English-speaking diaspora.
Gifts with the name Kareemah
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kareemah
Names similar to Kareemah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kareemah mean?
Kareemah means 'Generous, noble woman'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Kareemah a Muslim name?
Muslim parents use this spelling of Karima, and the word appears in 'and speak to them a noble word' (Quran 17:23).
How do you pronounce Kareemah?
Kareemah is pronounced ka-REE-mah.
Is Kareemah a boy or girl name?
Kareemah is usually a girl name.