Karam
Karam is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Generosity, bounty, nobility, or kindness.
Origin and history
Karam is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning generosity or bounty. It is a well-established traditional name across the Middle East and South Asia. In the United States, its usage has steadily grown in recent years as a short, soft, and meaningful name.
Popularity in the United States
1,631 babies in the United States have been named Karam since 1880. It ranks #3133 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1334.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.1 %)
- TX (18.2 %)
- IL (17.3 %)
- MI (12.4 %)
- NY (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 14 |
| 1980-1990 | 18 |
| 1990-2000 | 85 |
| 2000-2010 | 196 |
| 2010-2019 | 699 |
| 2020-2029 | 619 |
Famous people named Karam
- Karam Gaber: Wrestler, Olympic Athlete
Fun facts
- In Arabic, the word 'Karam' directly translates to generosity or noble open-handedness.
- Over one-third of all U.S. births registered with the name Karam since 1880 were recorded between 2020 and 2025.