Basaam
Basaam is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Always smiling, cheerful”.
| Meaning | Always smiling, cheerful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | بسام |
| Pronunciation | bas-SAAM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq |
Meaning and origin of Basaam
Basaam is one way of writing Bassām, an intensive Arabic form from b-s-m, the root meaning to smile. The intensive pattern describes someone who smiles often and widely, so the name suggests a cheerful, sunny nature. It is popular in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq. Since the Arabic spelling has a doubled s, Bassam is the more usual way to write it in English.
Is Basaam a Muslim name?
Muslim families have long used Basaam, or Bassam, for its cheerful meaning. The root appears when Sulayman 'smiled, laughing at her words' (tabassama) (Quran 27:19).
How popular is Basaam?
Common across Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine and Iraq, where it is normally spelled Bassam.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Basaam mean?
Basaam means 'Always smiling, cheerful'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Basaam a Muslim name?
Muslim families have long used Basaam, or Bassam, for its cheerful meaning. The root appears when Sulayman 'smiled, laughing at her words' (tabassama) (Quran 27:19).
How do you pronounce Basaam?
Basaam is pronounced bas-SAAM.
Is Basaam a boy or girl name?
Basaam is usually a boy name.