Karriem
Karriem is a boy baby name. Ranked #29,141 in the US, popular nicknames include Kar, Kay, and Karie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karriem first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 512 babies have been named Karriem in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karriem is past its peak , currently ranked #29,141 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,141
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Karriem is also used as a girl name, ranked #60537.
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About the Name Karriem
Karriem is a boy name .
Is Karriem a boy or girl name? Karriem is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #29,141 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #60,537. Karriem is more commonly used as a boy name.
Karriem is currently ranked #29,141 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karriem include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Karrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis