Mutasem
Mutasem is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who holds fast (to God); protected”.
| Meaning | One who holds fast (to God); protected |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | معتصم |
| Pronunciation | mu-TA-sim |
| Arabic root | ع ص م (ʿ-ṣ-m) — to protect, hold fast |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mutasem
Mutasem (Muʿtaṣim) means 'one who holds firmly' or 'seeks protection', especially holding fast to God. The Abbasid caliph al-Muʿtaṣim bi-llāh, son of Harun al-Rashid, is its most famous bearer, remembered for answering the plea of a captive woman at Amorium. The name is common in Jordan, Palestine and Sudan.
Is Mutasem a Muslim name?
Yes. Mutasem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'one who holds fast to God'.
Is Mutasem in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And hold firmly (iʿtaṣimū) to the rope of Allah all together' (Quran 3:103).
Where is the name Mutasem used?
Common in Jordan, Palestine, Sudan and Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Mutasem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mutasem mean?
Mutasem means 'One who holds fast (to God); protected'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mutasem a Muslim name?
Yes. Mutasem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'one who holds fast to God'.
How do you write Mutasem in Arabic?
Mutasem is written معتصم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mutasem?
Mutasem is pronounced mu-TA-sim.
Is Mutasem mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And hold firmly (iʿtaṣimū) to the rope of Allah all together' (Quran 3:103).