Generous, noble, or kind
Derived from the Arabic root K-R-M, Kareem is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islamic tradition, specifically Al-Karim (The Generous). It signifies a person of noble character who gives freely and is held in high esteem. It has been a popular name throughout the Muslim world for centuries and gained significant visibility in the US in the 1970s.
NBA's all-time leading scorer for 39 years
Inmate and leader of the Muslims in the series Oz · Oz
French professional footballer and Ballon d'Or winner
NFL running back
Former high-ranking executive at Credit Suisse
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
