Basimah
Basimah 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 Basimah
Basimah is the feminine form of Bāsim, the active participle of a verb meaning to smile. It describes a girl who smiles easily and has a cheerful face. The final -h simply marks the Arabic feminine ending tāʾ marbūṭa, which is often dropped in other spellings such as Basima.
Is Basimah a Muslim name?
Yes. Basimah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling. Its positive meaning fits the Prophetic teaching that smiling at another person is a charity.
Is Basimah in the Quran?
The root b-s-m appears in the story of Prophet Sulayman: 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).
Where is the name Basimah used?
Found throughout the Arab world and among Muslims in South Asia, though Basma is the more common related name today.
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Spellings and variants of Basimah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Basimah mean?
Basimah means 'Smiling, cheerful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Basimah a Muslim name?
Yes. Basimah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling. Its positive meaning fits the Prophetic teaching that smiling at another person is a charity.
How do you write Basimah in Arabic?
Basimah is written باسمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Basimah?
Basimah is pronounced BAH-see-mah.
Is Basimah mentioned in the Quran?
The root b-s-m appears in the story of Prophet Sulayman: 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).