Issam
Issam is a Muslim boy name meaning “Safeguard, protection”.
| Meaning | Safeguard, protection |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عصام |
| Pronunciation | ee-SAHM |
| Arabic root | ع ص م (ʿ-ṣ-m) — to protect, to hold |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Issam
Issam is ʿIṣām, originally the strap that ties a water skin, and by extension protection and steadfastness. An Arabic proverb praises one who gains honour by his own effort as 'self-made like ʿIṣām'. It is popular in the Maghreb, Egypt and the Levant.
Is Issam a Muslim name?
Yes. Issam is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'protection' or 'safeguard'.
Is Issam in the Quran?
Its root appears in: 'And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together' (Quran 3:103).
Where is the name Issam used?
Common in Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt (Essam) and the Levant.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Issam mean?
Issam means 'Safeguard, protection'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Issam a Muslim name?
Yes. Issam is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'protection' or 'safeguard'.
How do you write Issam in Arabic?
Issam is written عصام in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Issam?
Issam is pronounced ee-SAHM.
Is Issam mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in: 'And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together' (Quran 3:103).