Abdulkareem is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. It is composed of two elements: "Abd" which means "servant", and "Alkareem" which means "generous". Therefore, the name Abdulkareem translates to "Generous Servant".
The name Abdulkareem is derived from the Arabic word "Kareem," which is an attribute of Allah (God) in Islam. The term signifies generosity, kindness, and bounty, all qualities that are highly valued in Islamic culture.
The history of the name can be traced back to the time of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). According to Islamic tradition, when the prophet was distributing gifts among his companions, a man named Abu Kareem came forward and offered his generosity. The Prophet was so impressed by this act that he gave him the name Abdulkareem, which means "servant of the generous one."
Today, Abdulkareem is a popular name in many Muslim communities around the world, including those in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. It is often given to newborn boys as a way to instill the values of generosity and kindness from an early age.
In some cultures, people with this name may also be referred to by their middle or family names due to naming customs and traditions. However, regardless of how they are addressed, those who bear the name Abdulkareem carry with them a rich history and meaningful significance.
The name Abdulkareem has been given to a total of 233 babies in the United States between the years 1990 and 2023. The annual birth count for this name has varied over time, with peaks occurring in certain years and lower numbers in others.
In the early 1990s, there were fewer than 10 births per year with the name Abdulkareem. This trend continued until 1995, when the number of births jumped to 10. The late 1990s saw a mix of years with around 5 births and others with 10 or more.
The early 2000s showed a similar pattern, with some years having fewer than 10 births and others having higher numbers. For example, there were only 6 births in both 2006 and 2007, but the count jumped to 13 in 2008.
Starting from 2014, there was a noticeable increase in the number of births with the name Abdulkareem. In that year, there were 14 births, which was followed by another peak of 14 births in 2017. The most recent data shows that this trend has continued, with 11 births in 2020 and 7 births each in 2021 and 2022.
Overall, while the number of babies named Abdulkareem has fluctuated over time, it is clear that this name has been given to a significant number of children in the United States since 1990.