Declining since 2021, #4,396 for boys today.
Popularity of Kerim since 1969
Babies named Kerim per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 76 |
| 2010s | 161 |
| 2020s | 132 |
Meaning & origin
Kerim is a masculine name of Arabic origin, carrying the meaning 'generous' or 'noble.' In the United States, the name has been recorded since 1969 and saw its highest usage in 2016. As of 2025, it ranks 4,396th with a frequency of 1 in 74,264 births. The name has experienced a slight decline since 2021. Geographically, it shows notable popularity in Florida. Kerim remains a culturally significant name primarily within Turkish and Arabic-speaking communities.
Kerim is derived from the Arabic Karim (كريم), meaning 'generous' or 'noble'. It is a common given name in Turkey and other Muslim-majority countries, often as a variant of Karim. The name has been used in Turkish culture for centuries, reflecting virtues valued in Islamic tradition.
Where Kerim is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kerim” around the world
Where Kerim lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Kerim
Names that share Kerim's style, for a brother or sister.
