باسمة

Bassima

girlArabic, French-style spelling

Bassima is a Muslim girl name meaning “Smiling, cheerful”.

MeaningSmiling, cheerful
GenderGirl
OriginArabic, French-style spelling
Arabic spellingباسمة
PronunciationBAH-see-mah
Arabic rootب س م (b-s-m) — to smile
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Bassima

Bassima is a French-influenced spelling of Bāsima, the feminine of Bāsim, 'smiling'. The double s is used in French transliteration so that the letter is read as s rather than z, which is why this form appears mostly in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Lebanon. The meaning is the same as Basima: a cheerful, smiling girl.

Is Bassima a Muslim name?

Yes. Bassima is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, a North African and Lebanese spelling of Basima, meaning smiling.

Is Bassima in the Quran?

The root b-s-m appears in 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).

Where is the name Bassima used?

Mainly used in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Lebanon, and among their communities in France.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bassima mean?

Bassima means 'Smiling, cheerful'. It comes from Arabic, French-style spelling.

Is Bassima a Muslim name?

Yes. Bassima is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, a North African and Lebanese spelling of Basima, meaning smiling.

How do you write Bassima in Arabic?

Bassima is written باسمة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Bassima?

Bassima is pronounced BAH-see-mah.

Is Bassima mentioned in the Quran?

The root b-s-m appears in 'So he smiled, amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.