Qismat
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Qismat
Qismat means "fate" or "destiny" and derives from the Arabic root q-s-m (qasama), which refers to division or apportionment, reflecting the Islamic concept of divine decree.
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Etymology
Qismat means "fate" or "destiny" and derives from the Arabic root q-s-m (qasama), which refers to division or apportionment, reflecting the Islamic concept of divine decree. The name is predominantly used in Muslim-majority cultures across South Asia (particularly Pakistan and India), the Middle East, and among Muslim communities worldwide, with historical significance in Islamic tradition where qadar (divine decree) is a fundamental theological concept.
Qismat currently ranks #4,710 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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