Oussem
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Oussem
Oussem is an Arabic name derived from the root "wasm" meaning "to mark" or "to brand," and can mean "one who marks" or carry connotations of distinction or nobility.
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Etymology
Oussem is an Arabic name derived from the root "wasm" meaning "to mark" or "to brand," and can mean "one who marks" or carry connotations of distinction or nobility. The name is primarily used in North African Muslim communities, particularly in Tunisia and Algeria, where it has been borne by various notable figures in sports and entertainment.
Oussem currently ranks #3,704 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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