Wessam
Wessam is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Medal, badge of honour”.
| Meaning | Medal, badge of honour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | وسام |
| Pronunciation | wis-SAAM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Wessam
Wessam is the Egyptian way of writing Wisam, a decoration awarded as an honour. It shares its root with Wasim, a mark or sign, because a medal marks someone out for distinction. Egyptian and Levantine families give it mainly to boys, although Wisam is sometimes given to girls as well. The e in the spelling follows local pronunciation, and Wissam and Wesam are other forms.
Is Wessam a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Wessam, an Arabic name meaning a medal of honour.
How popular is Wessam?
It is most often seen in Egypt, where the e reflects how people say the name.
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Spellings and variants of Wessam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wessam mean?
Wessam means 'Medal, badge of honour'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wessam a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Wessam, an Arabic name meaning a medal of honour.
How do you pronounce Wessam?
Wessam is pronounced wis-SAAM.
Is Wessam a boy or girl name?
Wessam is usually a boy name.