Baseem
Baseem is a Muslim boy name meaning “Smiling”.
| Meaning | Smiling |
|---|---|
| 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 Baseem
Baseem is a spelling of Bāsim, the active participle of 'to smile', meaning one who is smiling. Some families intend Basīm, a related adjective, which is why the double e appears. In Egypt the name is pronounced Basem or Bassem, and it is common across the Arab world.
Is Baseem a Muslim name?
Yes. Baseem is an Arabic Muslim name meaning smiling.
Is Baseem in the Quran?
The root appears when Sulayman 'smiled, laughing at her words' (tabassama) (Quran 27:19).
Where is the name Baseem used?
Used throughout the Arab world and by South Asian families as Baseem.
Gifts with the name Baseem
- Baseem name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Baseem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baseem mean?
Baseem means 'Smiling'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Baseem a Muslim name?
Yes. Baseem is an Arabic Muslim name meaning smiling.
How do you write Baseem in Arabic?
Baseem is written باسم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Baseem?
Baseem is pronounced BAA-sim.
Is Baseem mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears when Sulayman 'smiled, laughing at her words' (tabassama) (Quran 27:19).