Kassimu
Kassimu is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who distributes, shares out”.
| Meaning | One who distributes, shares out |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Qāsim |
| Arabic spelling | قاسم |
| Pronunciation | kah-SEE-moo |
| Arabic root | ق س م (q-s-m) — to divide, to distribute |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kassimu
Kassimu is the Swahili form of Qāsim, 'one who divides or distributes'. Swahili uses k for the Arabic q and adds a final -u. Al-Qāsim was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's first son, who died in childhood, and the Prophet ﷺ was known as Abu al-Qāsim after him.
Is Kassimu a Muslim name?
Yes. Kassimu is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Qasim, the name of the Prophet's son.
Where is the name Kassimu used?
Used in Tanzania and Kenya.
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Spellings and variants of Kassimu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kassimu mean?
Kassimu means 'One who distributes, shares out'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Qāsim.
Is Kassimu a Muslim name?
Yes. Kassimu is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Qasim, the name of the Prophet's son.
How do you write Kassimu in Arabic?
Kassimu is written قاسم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kassimu?
Kassimu is pronounced kah-SEE-moo.