Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Abdulkarim since 1990
Babies named Abdulkarim per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 91 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Abdulkarim is a name with deep religious roots, common in Muslim communities worldwide. In the United States, it first appeared in records in 1990 and has seen modest but steady use. The name reached its peak rank of 8910 in 2018, with about 1 in 213,510 boys receiving the name in 2025. Its trajectory has been stable, reflecting consistent but niche appeal. While it has no strong association with any U.S. state, its usage is primarily among families with Arabic or Islamic heritage. The name carries a reverent meaning, connecting the bearer to a divine attribute, and remains a distinctive choice outside its cultural context.
Abdulkarim is a compound Arabic name formed from 'Abd al-' (servant of) and 'Karim' (generous, noble), one of the 99 attributes of Allah in Islamic tradition. It has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally. The name is common in West Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East, often reflecting religious devotion.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Abdul, Karim, Abdu
Variants: Abd al-Karim, Abdul Kareem, Abdul Kerim
Sibling names for Abdulkarim
Names that share Abdulkarim's style, for a brother or sister.
