Ibtissam
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Ibtissam
Ibtissam is an Arabic name derived from the root "b-s-m" meaning "smile" or "smiling," with the prefix "i-" indicating a present state or action.
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Etymology
Ibtissam is an Arabic name derived from the root "b-s-m" meaning "smile" or "smiling," with the prefix "i-" indicating a present state or action. The name is primarily used in Arab and Islamic cultures throughout the Middle East and North Africa, with historical usage dating back centuries in Arabic-speaking societies.
Ibtissam currently ranks #5,742 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2013.
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