Kasim
Kasim is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Turkish/Bosnian form origin, meaning “One who distributes and shares”.
| Meaning | One who distributes and shares |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish/Bosnian form |
| Written as | قاسم |
| Pronunciation | KAH-sim |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Bosnia, Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Kasim
Turkish, Bosnian and Malay have no separate q sound, so they write the Arabic Qāsim as Kasim or Kasım. The root q-s-m means to divide and share out, so the name describes someone who distributes. Al-Qāsim was the first son born to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Khadija. For that reason the Prophet bore the kunya Abū al-Qāsim, and the name has been loved ever since.
Is Kasim a Muslim name?
Its link to the Prophet's ﷺ son gives it a warm and honoured place. Muslim families across Turkey, the Balkans and South-East Asia use it.
How popular is Kasim?
It is common in Turkey, Bosnia, Malaysia and Indonesia, while Qasim is the usual spelling in other places.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kasim mean?
Kasim means 'One who distributes and shares'. It is of Arabic, Turkish/Bosnian form origin.
Is Kasim a Muslim name?
Its link to the Prophet's ﷺ son gives it a warm and honoured place. Muslim families across Turkey, the Balkans and South-East Asia use it.
How do you pronounce Kasim?
Kasim is pronounced KAH-sim.
Is Kasim a boy or girl name?
Kasim is usually a boy name.