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Ouassima

Quick answerOuassima is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root "wasm" meaning "to mark" or "to brand," thus signifying "one who marks" or "distinguished." The name is primarily used in Arab and Muslim communities, particularly in North Africa (especially Morocco and Algeria) and the broader Islamic world.

Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables

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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#4,819
TrendStable
Peak year1994
Syllables3
OriginArabic
LanguageArabic
CultureArab
ReligionIslam
Numerology8 Chaldean 8
Global rank#1,196

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Ouassima

Ouassima is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root "wasm" meaning "to mark" or "to brand," thus signifying "one who marks" or "distinguished." The name is primarily used in Arab and Muslim communities, particularly in North Africa (especially Morocco and Algeria) and the broader Islamic world.

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Etymology

Ouassima is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root "wasm" meaning "to mark" or "to brand," thus signifying "one who marks" or "distinguished." The name is primarily used in Arab and Muslim communities, particularly in North Africa (especially Morocco and Algeria) and the broader Islamic world.

Ouassima currently ranks #4,819 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1994.

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