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Karima

kah-REE-mah

Karima is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Means "generous" or "noble" in Arabic.”. It currently ranks #9857 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1979.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginArabic

What Karima Means

Means "generous" or "noble" in Arabic.

The Story of Karima

This name blooms with generosity and nobility, an Arabic treasure that offers a radiant promise of kindness and strength.

Karima is a name of profound Arabic origin, directly translating to 'generous' or 'noble.' It has graced generations across the Middle East and North Africa, embodying virtues highly cherished in Arab cultures. The name carries with it a legacy of hospitality, grace, and dignified strength, a testament to its rich cultural roots.

When you speak your daughter's name, Karima, does it sound like a warm embrace? This name is imbued with a gentle generosity and an innate nobility that you hope she will carry throughout her life. Writing 'Karima' on her baby blanket will feel like a blessing, a soft declaration of her kind and gracious spirit.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

GenerousKindNobleStrong

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#63 in 1979

Total Births

1,460

First Recorded

1967

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