Kareem is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #595 in 1998 with 313 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 442 births ranking #626. In 1998, approximately 1 in every 6,106 boys born was named Kareem. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Kareem is an Arabic name meaning "generous" or "noble". It is elegant, respected, and grounded in a strong moral quality.
The name has long-standing use across Arabic-speaking and wider Muslim communities. Its appeal comes from both its smooth sound and its clear, honourable meaning.