Kerem
BoyTurkish
Kerem is a boy name of Turkish origin meaning "generosity, noble-hearted".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Turkish
Religion
Islamic
Popularity
51 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
generosity, noble-hearted
Etymology
Derived from Arabic كريم (karīm) meaning ‘generous, noble’, adopted into Turkish as Kerem.
Famous People Named Kerem
- Kerem Aktürkoğlu — Turkish association football player (born 1998)
- Kerem Bürsin — Turkish actor and producer (born 1987)
- Kerem Alışık — Turkish actor and association football player (born 1960)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kerem
What does the name Kerem mean?
Kerem means "generosity, noble-hearted", and is of Turkish origin.
What is the origin of the name Kerem?
Kerem originates from Turkish, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Kerem a boy or girl name?
Kerem is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Kerem associated with?
Kerem is associated with Islamic.
Are there famous people named Kerem?
Yes — notable people named Kerem include Kerem Aktürkoğlu (Turkish association football player, born 1998), Kerem Bürsin (Turkish actor and producer, born 1987) and Kerem Alışık (Turkish actor and association football player, born 1960).
Last updated: June 2026