Basim
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Basim
The name 'Basim' means "smiling" or "one who smiles often" in Arabic, derived from the triconsonantal root *b-s-m* (ب-س-م) associated with smiling and cheerfulness.
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Etymology
The name 'Basim' means "smiling" or "one who smiles often" in Arabic, derived from the triconsonantal root *b-s-m* (ب-س-م) associated with smiling and cheerfulness. It is predominantly used in Arabic-speaking and Islamic cultures, with historical significance as a name found in early Islamic history, though it lacks a specific notable historical figure.
Basim currently ranks #9,827 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2015.
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