Nesma
Nesma is a Muslim girl name of Arabic (Egyptian spelling) origin, meaning “A gentle breeze, a breath of air”.
| Meaning | A gentle breeze, a breath of air |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Egyptian spelling) |
| Written as | نسمة |
| Pronunciation | NES-mah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, North Africa, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Nesma
Nesma is how Egyptians write the Arabic word nasma, a light breeze or a soft breath of air. It comes from the root n-s-m, which describes air blowing gently. In everyday Egyptian speech the short a slides towards an e sound, and that habit turned Nasma into Nesma. Today it is a well-loved modern name across Egypt and North Africa, with an airy, refreshing feel.
Is Nesma a Muslim name?
Nesma is an Arabic word name, and Muslim parents in Egypt and throughout the Arab world give it to their daughters for its fresh, light meaning.
How popular is Nesma?
Nesma is a household name in Egypt and is also heard in Tunisia, Algeria and the Levant.
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Spellings and variants of Nesma
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nesma mean?
Nesma means 'A gentle breeze, a breath of air'. It is of Arabic (Egyptian spelling) origin.
Is Nesma a Muslim name?
Nesma is an Arabic word name, and Muslim parents in Egypt and throughout the Arab world give it to their daughters for its fresh, light meaning.
How do you pronounce Nesma?
Nesma is pronounced NES-mah.
Is Nesma a boy or girl name?
Nesma is usually a girl name.