جاسم

Jasim

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Jasim is a Muslim boy name meaning “Great, strong, well-built”.

MeaningGreat, strong, well-built
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingجاسم
PronunciationJAA-sim
Arabic rootج س م (j-s-m) — to be large, bulky
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Jasim

Jāsim means large, strong or of great build, from the root that gives jism (body). It is a characteristic name of the Gulf and Iraq, where it is often written Jassim or Jasem; Qatar's founder Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani is a famous bearer.

Is Jasim a Muslim name?

Yes. Jasim is an Arabic name widely used by Muslims, especially in the Gulf and Iraq.

Where is the name Jasim used?

Very common in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, the UAE and Iraq.

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Spellings and variants of Jasim

JassimJasemJassem

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Jasim mean?

Jasim means 'Great, strong, well-built'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Jasim a Muslim name?

Yes. Jasim is an Arabic name widely used by Muslims, especially in the Gulf and Iraq.

How do you write Jasim in Arabic?

Jasim is written جاسم in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Jasim?

Jasim is pronounced JAA-sim.

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