Kerem
Kerem is a Muslim boy name of Turkish form of Arabic Karam origin, meaning “Generosity, nobility”.
| Meaning | Generosity, nobility |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Karam |
| Written as | كرم |
| Pronunciation | keh-REM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Azerbaijan, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Kerem
Arabic karam, generosity and nobility of heart, is pronounced Kerem in Turkish. Many Turks also know it from Kerem ile Aslı, a folk romance of Anatolia in which the hero wanders far in search of his beloved. Families in Turkey and Azerbaijan use it widely. Well-known Turks with this name include Kerem Bürsin, an actor, and Kerem Aktürkoğlu, a footballer, which keeps it fresh for new parents.
Is Kerem a Muslim name?
Turkish Muslim families favour it, and its root appears often in the Quran: 'We have certainly honoured the children of Adam' (Quran 17:70).
How popular is Kerem?
It is widely used in Turkey and Azerbaijan, with Karam serving as the Arabic equivalent in the Levant.
Gifts with the name Kerem
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Spellings and variants of Kerem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kerem mean?
Kerem means 'Generosity, nobility'. It is of Turkish form of Arabic Karam origin.
Is Kerem a Muslim name?
Turkish Muslim families favour it, and its root appears often in the Quran: 'We have certainly honoured the children of Adam' (Quran 17:70).
How do you pronounce Kerem?
Kerem is pronounced keh-REM.
Is Kerem a boy or girl name?
Kerem is usually a boy name.