Girl name · Arabic

Reem

“White gazelle”

Meaning
White gazelle
Origin
Arabic
Gender
Girl
Syllables
1
Popularity
Rare in the US
Style
Classic
Used in
Arabic

What people expect from a Reem

Reem is built from soft sounds. Studies of name sounds find people expect someone with a soft name to be warm, agreeable and calm. Being rare in the US, it stands out, and will be spelt back to you a few times.

The meaning is about nature and freedom. A name can't give a child nature, but it's a nice thing to explain to them one day.

A good fit if you hope for: a creative soul, an adventurer, a rebel.

Names set expectations, not personalities. What the research says.

Reem: name scorecard

Save your future kid some trouble: give them a name they can live and grow with.

97/100

Great choice

Reem

  • International readabilitySimple letters that read the same almost everywhere.
  • Easy to say and spellSays itself: 1 syllable, spelt how it sounds.
  • Not too common, not too strangeRare in the US: memorable, and it will be spelt out a lot.
  • Playground-proofNo obvious rude words or rhymes. Kids are creative, though.
  • Won't get you sued (or refused)Nothing a registrar would object to in most countries.
  • A meaning to be proud ofMeans "White gazelle".
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Questions about Reem

What does the name Reem mean?

Reem is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "White gazelle".

Is Reem a boy or girl name?

Reem is usually a girl's name.

How popular is the name Reem?

Reem is rare in the US. It is used in Arabic.

Fun, but true. Name meanings come from common etymologies, which sometimes disagree. Height and weight paths are estimates from population growth data and published studies, not a medical assessment. If you're worried about your child's growth, talk to your paediatrician. Full disclaimer