US Popularity Rank: 1286

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: Generous, gracious

With a name like Kareem, your little boy is sure to be the ultimate altruist. This name is rooted in Arabic origins, meaning “gracious” and “generous.” Most famously, Kareem is known as one of the 99 names of Allah, Al-Kareem. It is also highly associated with the iconic basketball player, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Even though this sportstar stands at more than seven feet tall, there are plenty more reasons for baby to look up to this illustrious athlete. Also an actor, activist, and cultural ambassador, Kareem lives up to the meaning of his name, and no doubt your little one will too.