Bekim
Bekim is a Muslim boy name of Albanian origin, meaning “A blessing”.
| Meaning | A blessing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Albanian |
| Pronunciation | BEH-keem |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Kosovo, Albania, North Macedonia |
Meaning and origin of Bekim
Bekim is an Albanian name meaning blessing, taken from bekoj, the Albanian verb to bless. It is sometimes labelled Turkish, but that is a mistake. The name is especially loved in Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia, where most Albanians are Muslim, and it travels with the Albanian diaspora too. One well-known bearer was the Yugoslav actor Bekim Fehmiu, who helped make it familiar beyond the Balkans.
Is Bekim a Muslim name?
Bekim is Albanian, not Arabic, yet it is very common among Muslim Albanians, and its meaning matches the Arabic Mubarak or Baraka.
How popular is Bekim?
Widely used in Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia and among Albanians abroad.
Gifts with the name Bekim
- Bekim name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Bekim baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bekim mean?
Bekim means 'A blessing'. It is of Albanian origin.
Is Bekim a Muslim name?
Bekim is Albanian, not Arabic, yet it is very common among Muslim Albanians, and its meaning matches the Arabic Mubarak or Baraka.
How do you pronounce Bekim?
Bekim is pronounced BEH-keem.
Is Bekim a boy or girl name?
Bekim is usually a boy name.