Arabic

Karima

Pronounced kah-REE-mahShare

Meaning: Generous; noble

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Karima is the feminine form of Arabic Karim, generous or noble. Its flowing ending gives the virtue meaning a gentle rhythm.

Nicknames

  • Kari
  • Rima

Spellings & variants

  • Karimah
  • Kareema

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Karima comes from Arabic.

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