ابتسام

Ebtisam

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Ebtisam is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A smile, smiling”.

MeaningA smile, smiling
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asابتسام
Pronunciationeb-ti-SAHM
TraditionMuslim
Used inEgypt, Iraq, Gulf States, North Africa

Meaning and origin of Ebtisam

Ebtisam, or ibtisām, is an Arabic verbal noun meaning the act of smiling, from a root that means to smile. It is a cheerful name that is common in Egypt, Iraq and the Gulf. In North Africa it is often written Ibtisam or Ibtissam. A hadith counts a smile as a form of charity, and many families find that link especially appealing.

Is Ebtisam a Muslim name?

Ebtisam, the smile, is a Muslim name whose root appears in the story of Sulaymān and the ant: 'So he smiled (tabassama), amused at her words' (Quran 27:19).

How popular is Ebtisam?

It is common across the Arab world, especially among women born around the middle of the twentieth century.

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Spellings and variants of Ebtisam

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ebtisam mean?

Ebtisam means 'A smile, smiling'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Ebtisam a Muslim name?

Ebtisam, the smile, is a Muslim name whose root appears in the story of Sulaymān and the ant: 'So he smiled (tabassama), amused at her words' (Quran 27:19).

How do you pronounce Ebtisam?

Ebtisam is pronounced eb-ti-SAHM.

Is Ebtisam a boy or girl name?

Ebtisam is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.