Qasim

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Meaning

Divider

Origin

Urdu

Global Spellings

Arabic قاسم
Urdu قاسم
Persian قاسم
Turkish Kasım
Bengali কাসিম
Pashto قاسم

Alternate Spellings

For parents seeking a noble identity for their baby boy, Qasim offers deep spiritual resonance. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Divider', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Urdu regions, Qasim has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Qasim comes from the Arabic root q-s-m, the same root behind Qismat, meaning “to divide” or “distribute.” The name belongs to the Prophet's ﷺ eldest son, who died in infancy, giving the Prophet the kunya “Abu al-Qasim,” father of Qasim.