Basima
Basima is a Muslim girl name meaning “Smiling, cheerful”.
| Meaning | Smiling, cheerful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | باسمة |
| Pronunciation | BAH-see-mah |
| Arabic root | ب س م (b-s-m) — to smile |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Basima
Basima (Bāsima) is the feminine of Basim and means a smiling, cheerful woman. It is a gentle, familiar name in the Arab world and is related to Basma (a smile) and Ibtisam (smiling). In Egypt and the Levant it is often pronounced and written Basma or Bassma.
Is Basima a Muslim name?
Yes. Basima is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling, the feminine of Basim.
Where is the name Basima used?
Used in Iraq, Syria, Palestine, Jordan and Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Basima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Basima mean?
Basima means 'Smiling, cheerful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Basima a Muslim name?
Yes. Basima is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling, the feminine of Basim.
How do you write Basima in Arabic?
Basima is written باسمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Basima?
Basima is pronounced BAH-see-mah.