Asma
Asma is a Muslim girl name meaning “Lofty, exalted”.
| Meaning | Lofty, exalted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أسماء |
| Pronunciation | US-mah |
| Arabic root | س م و (s-m-w) — to be high, lofty |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Asma
Asma is the Arabic Asmāʾ, usually explained as 'loftier' or 'more exalted'. Its most famous bearer is Asmāʾ bint Abī Bakr, sister of ʿĀʾisha, called Dhāt al-Niṭāqayn ('she of the two belts') for carrying food to the Prophet ﷺ and her father during the Hijra.
Is Asma a Muslim name?
Yes. Asma is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, honoured through the Companion Asma bint Abi Bakr.
Where is the name Asma used?
Used across the Muslim world; Esma is the Turkish and Bosnian form.
Gifts with the name Asma
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Spellings and variants of Asma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Asma mean?
Asma means 'Lofty, exalted'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Asma a Muslim name?
Yes. Asma is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, honoured through the Companion Asma bint Abi Bakr.
How do you write Asma in Arabic?
Asma is written أسماء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Asma?
Asma is pronounced US-mah.