Hassem
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Hassem
Hassem is an Arabic name derived from the root "H-S-M," meaning "to break" or "to crush," often interpreted as "the breaker" or "one who crushes enemies." It is linguistically rooted in Classical Arabic and carries connotations of strength and power.
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Etymology
Hassem is an Arabic name derived from the root "H-S-M," meaning "to break" or "to crush," often interpreted as "the breaker" or "one who crushes enemies." It is linguistically rooted in Classical Arabic and carries connotations of strength and power.
The name is primarily used in Arab and Muslim-majority cultures, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa, with historical usage among Arabic-speaking populations across Islamic civilization.
Hassem currently ranks #1,744 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1962.
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