Bassem
Bassem is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Smiling, cheerful”.
| Meaning | Smiling, cheerful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | باسم |
| Pronunciation | BAHS-sem |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Tunisia |
Meaning and origin of Bassem
Bassem is how Egyptians and Levantines often write Bāsim, smiling, from the root b-s-m. The doubled s is not a doubled letter in Arabic. It was chosen so that English and French readers would not voice the s as a z. The Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef brought this spelling to wide international attention, and it is now one of the most recognisable versions of the name.
Is Bassem a Muslim name?
Bassem is a regional spelling of the Arabic Basim, a Muslim name meaning smiling.
How popular is Bassem?
Popular in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Tunisia and among Arab families in Europe.
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Spellings and variants of Bassem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bassem mean?
Bassem means 'Smiling, cheerful'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Bassem a Muslim name?
Bassem is a regional spelling of the Arabic Basim, a Muslim name meaning smiling.
How do you pronounce Bassem?
Bassem is pronounced BAHS-sem.
Is Bassem a boy or girl name?
Bassem is usually a boy name.