Tabassum
Tabassum is a Muslim girl name meaning “Smile, smiling”.
| Meaning | Smile, smiling |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, via Persian and Urdu |
| Arabic spelling | تبسم |
| Pronunciation | ta-BUS-soom |
| Arabic root | ب س م (b-s-m) — to smile |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tabassum
Tabassum is the Arabic verbal noun tabassum, a smile, which passed into Persian and Urdu. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was known for smiling rather than laughing loudly, and smiling at one's brother is described in a hadith as charity. The name is very popular for girls in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Is Tabassum a Muslim name?
Yes. Tabassum is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning a smile, and the verb appears in the Quran.
Is Tabassum in the Quran?
The verb occurs in the story of Sulayman: 'So he smiled (tabassama), amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).
Where is the name Tabassum used?
Very common in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tabassum mean?
Tabassum means 'Smile, smiling'. It comes from Arabic, via Persian and Urdu.
Is Tabassum a Muslim name?
Yes. Tabassum is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning a smile, and the verb appears in the Quran.
How do you write Tabassum in Arabic?
Tabassum is written تبسم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tabassum?
Tabassum is pronounced ta-BUS-soom.
Is Tabassum mentioned in the Quran?
The verb occurs in the story of Sulayman: 'So he smiled (tabassama), amused at her speech' (Quran 27:19).