Bassim
Bassim 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 Bassim
Bassim is a spelling of Basim (Bāsim), meaning smiling or cheerful. The related Bassam means one who smiles a lot. Smiling is praised in Islamic tradition as a form of charity. The name is common in Iraq, Egypt and the Levant, often spelled Basem in Egypt.
Is Bassim a Muslim name?
Yes. Bassim (Basim) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling.
Is Bassim in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran when Sulayman hears the ant: 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).
Where is the name Bassim used?
Common in Iraq, Egypt, Syria and Jordan.
Gifts with the name Bassim
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Bassim
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bassim mean?
Bassim means 'Smiling, cheerful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Bassim a Muslim name?
Yes. Bassim (Basim) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning smiling.
How do you write Bassim in Arabic?
Bassim is written باسم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bassim?
Bassim is pronounced BAA-sim.
Is Bassim mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran when Sulayman hears the ant: 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).