Karima

Karima is an Arabic feminine given name, derived as the counterpart of the masculine name Karim. Karima means "generous, noble" and originates from the Arabic triliteral root k-r-m (karuma), denoting generosity and honor. In Islamic context, Al-Karīm ("the Generous") is one of the 99 names of Allah, lending the name theological weight.

Commonly found throughout the Arab world and beyond, Karima shares its root with variants such as Kareem and Akram. In Turkish, the equivalent Kerime is used, while Urdu-speaking communities use Akram as a masculine form. The name has been borne by notable figures, including Karīma bint ʿAmmār, known as Wuhsha al-dallala, an 11th-century Egyptian businesswoman; Karima Brown (1967–2021), a South African journalist; and Karima Delli (born 1979), a French politician. Outside Arabic usage, among the Agikuyu of central Kenya, "Karima" means "small mountain."

• Meaning: generous, noble
• Origin: Arabic
• Type: Feminine given name
• Usage: Mainly in Arab countries, also in Turkey and other Muslim regions