Nassima
Nassima is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gentle breeze”.
| Meaning | Gentle breeze |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نسيمة |
| Pronunciation | na-SEE-mah |
| Arabic root | ن س م (n-s-m) — to breathe, a breeze |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nassima
Nassima is the North African spelling of Nasīma, the feminine of Nasīm, 'soft breeze'. French transliteration doubles the 's' so that it is not read as a 'z'. It is common in Algeria and Morocco, and the Algerian Andalusian singer Nassima Chabane is a well-known bearer.
Is Nassima a Muslim name?
Yes. Nassima is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'gentle breeze'.
Where is the name Nassima used?
Common in Algeria, Morocco and among North Africans in France.
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Spellings and variants of Nassima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nassima mean?
Nassima means 'Gentle breeze'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nassima a Muslim name?
Yes. Nassima is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'gentle breeze'.
How do you write Nassima in Arabic?
Nassima is written نسيمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nassima?
Nassima is pronounced na-SEE-mah.