Basim
Basim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Smiling, cheerful”.
| Meaning | Smiling, cheerful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | باسم |
| Pronunciation | BAH-sim |
| Arabic root | ب س م (b-s-m) — to smile |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Basim
Basim (Bāsim) means one who smiles. Smiling is praised in the Sunnah, where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said that smiling at your brother is a charity, so the name carries a warm, positive meaning. It is the source of regional forms such as Basem, Bassem and the Bosnian and Albanian Besim.
Is Basim a Muslim name?
Yes. Basim is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling.
Is Basim in the Quran?
The root appears in the Quran: 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).
Where is the name Basim used?
Used across the Arab world and in Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Basim
- Basim name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Basim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Basim mean?
Basim means 'Smiling, cheerful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Basim a Muslim name?
Yes. Basim is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling.
How do you write Basim in Arabic?
Basim is written باسم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Basim?
Basim is pronounced BAH-sim.
Is Basim mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the Quran: 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).