Karimah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-REE-mah / kæˈriː.məArabic
Meaning
Generous; noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Karimah is derived from the Arabic root 'karam,' which signifies generosity and nobility. It is commonly used in Arabic-speaking cultures and reflects positive traits valued in many societies. The name is often associated with strong moral character and kindness. Variants of the name can be found in various cultures, highlighting its widespread appeal.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karima
- Kareema
International Variants
- Karima (Arabic)
- Karimah (Arabic)
Famous people named Karimah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karimah was first seen in the United States in 1971. Karimah has ranked as high as #1214 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Karimah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karimah (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |