Find out how popular the last name Karriem is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Karriem.

Karriem, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Karriem surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Karriem in America

Karriem is the 69392nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Karriem surname appeared 283 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Karriem.

We can also compare 2010 data for Karriem to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Karriem

The surname KARRIEM has its origins in the Arabic language and is believed to have been derived from the word "Kareem," meaning "generous" or "noble." This name is commonly found among Muslim communities, particularly in regions where Arabic influence has been prominent.

The earliest records of the KARRIEM surname can be traced back to the Middle East, specifically in areas such as modern-day Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Egypt. These regions were home to thriving Arab civilizations and played a significant role in the spread of the Arabic language and culture throughout the centuries.

Historical references to the KARRIEM surname can be found in various ancient manuscripts and records, including Islamic texts and chronicles. One notable example is the mention of individuals with this surname in the writings of renowned Arab scholars and historians from the 8th to 10th centuries CE.

In the historical context, the KARRIEM surname was often associated with individuals who held esteemed positions within their communities or those who were known for their generosity and noble character. It was a name bestowed upon those who embodied the virtues represented by its meaning.

Among the earliest recorded individuals bearing the KARRIEM surname were:

1. Al-Karriem ibn al-Hasan (born c. 790 CE), a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist from Baghdad.
2. Fatima al-Karriem (born c. 820 CE), a renowned poet and literary figure from Cordoba, Al-Andalus (modern-day Spain).
3. Ahmad al-Karriem (born c. 960 CE), a renowned mathematician and astronomer from Cairo, Egypt.

As the Arabic language and culture spread through trade, migration, and conquests, the KARRIEM surname also found its way into various regions, including the Iberian Peninsula, parts of North Africa, and even as far as the Indian subcontinent.

Notable individuals with the KARRIEM surname throughout history include:

1. Khalil al-Karriem (1317-1391), a renowned Sufi mystic and poet from Damascus, Syria.
2. Hasan al-Karriem (1572-1633), a celebrated calligrapher and artist from Isfahan, Persia (modern-day Iran).
3. Zainab al-Karriem (1645-1707), a prominent philanthropist and patron of the arts in Marrakesh, Morocco.
4. Ahmed al-Karriem (1810-1876), a influential political and religious leader in Ottoman Egypt.
5. Fatima al-Karriem (1920-2002), a pioneering female author and activist from Bahrain.

The KARRIEM surname has persisted through the ages, carrying with it the rich cultural heritage and historical significance associated with its Arabic roots and the virtues it represents.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Karriem

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Karriem.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Karriem was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Karriem has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Karriem was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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