Belkacem
Belkacem is a Muslim boy name meaning “Father of Qasim (a kunya of the Prophet)”.
| Meaning | Father of Qasim (a kunya of the Prophet) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Maghreb form of Abu al-Qasim |
| Arabic spelling | بلقاسم |
| Pronunciation | bel-ka-SEM |
| Arabic root | ق س م (q-s-m) — to divide, to distribute |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Belkacem
Belkacem is the Maghrebi contraction of Abū al-Qāsim, father of al-Qāsim, the kunya of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, whose son al-Qāsim died in infancy. In North African Arabic Abū becomes Bel- or Bou-, and qāf is often written c or k in French spelling.
Is Belkacem a Muslim name?
Yes. Belkacem is a Muslim name, the North African form of Abu al-Qasim, a kunya of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Belkacem used?
Very common in Algeria and Tunisia (Belgacem).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Belkacem mean?
Belkacem means 'Father of Qasim (a kunya of the Prophet)'. It comes from Arabic, Maghreb form of Abu al-Qasim.
Is Belkacem a Muslim name?
Yes. Belkacem is a Muslim name, the North African form of Abu al-Qasim, a kunya of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Belkacem in Arabic?
Belkacem is written بلقاسم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Belkacem?
Belkacem is pronounced bel-ka-SEM.