Wissam
Wissam is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Medal of honour”.
| Meaning | Medal of honour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | وسام |
| Pronunciation | wis-SAAM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Lebanon, Syria, Tunisia, Algeria |
Meaning and origin of Wissam
Wissam is the North African and Lebanese way of writing Wisam, a decoration given for honour. The French influence shows in the double s, which keeps the s sound from turning into a z. The name is given mainly to boys, though in the Levant Wisam is now and then chosen for a girl. Wessam is the Egyptian spelling of the same name.
Is Wissam a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Wissam, an Arabic name, for its meaning of honour.
How popular is Wissam?
It is a favourite in Lebanon, Syria, Algeria and Tunisia, and among their families in France.
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Spellings and variants of Wissam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wissam mean?
Wissam means 'Medal of honour'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wissam a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Wissam, an Arabic name, for its meaning of honour.
How do you pronounce Wissam?
Wissam is pronounced wis-SAAM.
Is Wissam a boy or girl name?
Wissam is usually a boy name.