Kaream
A masculine Arabic name meaning "generous" or "noble".
Name Census estimates that about 27 living Americans carry the first name Kaream. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kaream today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaream births was 1981 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaream. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kaream. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
27
~ 1 in 12,694,605 Americans
Peak year
1981
6 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
2007 SSA rank
#11,669
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Kaream: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kaream from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 11 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaream by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kaream during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kaream
The name Kaream has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, tracing back to the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "kareem," which means "noble," "generous," or "honorable." The name carries a strong connotation of virtuous character and elevated social standing.
In the early days of Islam, the name Kaream gained prominence as it was associated with the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and the principles of the Islamic faith. The Quran, the holy book of Islam, emphasizes the importance of being noble and generous in one's actions and deeds, which aligns with the meaning of the name.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Kaream can be found in historical accounts from the 8th century AD, where it was borne by notable figures in the Islamic world. For instance, Kaream ibn Abdulmalik was a prominent scholar and poet who lived during the Abbasid Caliphate (750-1258 AD).
Throughout the centuries, the name Kaream has been carried by several influential individuals in various fields. One notable figure was Kaream al-Razi, a renowned Persian polymath who lived from 854 to 925 AD. He made significant contributions to fields such as medicine, philosophy, and chemistry.
Another well-known bearer of the name was Kaream al-Din al-Rumi, a 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic (1207-1273 AD). His literary works, including the Masnavi, are widely celebrated and have had a profound impact on Persian and Islamic literature.
In the realm of politics and leadership, Kaream Khan Zand was a prominent figure who ruled over parts of modern-day Iran in the 18th century (1705-1779 AD). He established the Zand dynasty and is remembered for his efforts in reviving Persian culture and identity.
During the 19th century, Kaream Khan Nayar was an Indian ruler and military leader who played a significant role in the resistance against British colonial rule in the Kingdom of Mysore (1766-1839 AD).
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Kaream, reflecting its rich cultural heritage and the esteemed qualities it represents.
People
Kaream + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kaream as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kaream: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaream?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 27 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaream going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 12,694,605 US residents.
Is Kaream a common name?
We classify Kaream as "Very Rare". It ranks above 44.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 28 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaream most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaream was 1981, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaream is about 33 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kaream in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kaream a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kaream in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kaream still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kaream in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kaream can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Kaream?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Kaream on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.