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Basit

/bah-SEET/

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Meaning

Extender, expander

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic Attribute of Allah

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic باسط
Urdu باسط
Persian بسیت
Bengali বাসিত
Indonesian Dasar
Pashto باسط

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Basit is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Extender, expander', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Quranic culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Basit is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Basit comes from the Arabic root b-s-t, meaning "to extend" or "expand." Al-Basit (The Extender) is one of the ninety-nine names of Allah.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ب-س-ط (b-s-ṭ, 'to spread out, extend'). Basit means 'extender.'

Islamic Significance

Al-Basit is traditionally counted among the 99 Names of Allah, describing God as the one who extends provision.

Quranic Connection

The related word appears in Quran 2:245.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world.