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Kerem vs Nihal

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nihal

Boy #3,028 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young plant, sapling"

Origin: Turkish/Persian

Cultural Roots

Turkish Arabic Indian Pakistani Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,028
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kerem Rank #3,137
Nihal Rank #3,028

Nihal is more popular, ranked #3028 vs #3137 for Kerem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kerem or Nihal more popular?

Nihal is more popular, ranked #3028 compared to Kerem at #3137 in the United States.

What do Kerem and Nihal mean?

Kerem means "generosity, nobility, virtue" (Turkish/Arabic origin). Nihal means "young plant, sapling" (Turkish/Persian origin).

Are Kerem and Nihal boy or girl names?

Kerem is primarily a boy name. Nihal is primarily a boy name.

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