Baasim
Baasim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Smiling, cheerful”.
| Meaning | Smiling, cheerful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | باسم |
| Pronunciation | BAA-sim |
| Arabic root | ب س م (b-s-m) — to smile |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Baasim
Bāsim means 'smiling', from the root b-s-m, which also gives ibtisāma, 'a smile'. The name reflects the hadith that a smile in your brother's face is charity. It is a common boys' name in Egypt, Iraq and the Levant, where it is usually spelled Basim or Bassem.
Is Baasim a Muslim name?
Yes. Baasim is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'smiling'.
Is Baasim in the Quran?
The root occurs in the story of Sulayman: 'So he smiled (tabassama), amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).
Where is the name Baasim used?
Common in Egypt, Iraq, Syria and Jordan.
Gifts with the name Baasim
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Spellings and variants of Baasim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baasim mean?
Baasim means 'Smiling, cheerful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Baasim a Muslim name?
Yes. Baasim is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'smiling'.
How do you write Baasim in Arabic?
Baasim is written باسم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Baasim?
Baasim is pronounced BAA-sim.
Is Baasim mentioned in the Quran?
The root occurs in the story of Sulayman: 'So he smiled (tabassama), amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).