Harry vs Kareem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Kareem

Boy #676 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous, noble, honorable"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim Egyptian Lebanese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#676
Total SSA Count
403
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Kareem Rank #676

Kareem is more popular, ranked #676 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Kareem more popular?

Kareem is more popular, ranked #676 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Kareem mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Kareem means "generous, noble, honorable" (Arabic origin).

Are Harry and Kareem boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Kareem is primarily a boy name.

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