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Nassima

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Meaning

Gentle breeze

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage
Graceful and timeless, the name Nassima is a beautiful choice for a baby girl. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Gentle breeze', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Nassima, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Nassima comes from the same Arabic root n-s-m as Ansam, meaning "gentle breeze."

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Etymology

The feminine form of Nassim, from the Arabic ู†ุณูŠู… (nasim), 'breeze.'

Islamic Significance

Forbearance is a divine attribute in the Quran, which closes the ruling on unintended oaths with the words: God is Forgiving and Forbearing (2:225).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.