Qasim
Qasim is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “One who divides and shares”, pronounced KAH-sim. It ranked #2327 in the United States in 2025, given to 60 babies, and peaked at #2327 in 2025. Common nicknames: Kas, Simi.
How popular is Qasim in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Qasim mean, and where does it come from?
Qasim comes from the Arabic root q-s-m, to divide or apportion, and means one who distributes — a generous man who shares out what he has. It was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's eldest son, who died in infancy, and the Prophet was known by the teknonym Abu al-Qasim in his honour. The name is common across the Arab world, Pakistan and Iran, where it is spelled Qasem. American records hold it from 1977 and it remains outside the top thousand, rising slowly.
How is Qasim used around the world?
Qasim is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 6+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Qasim?
Famous People Named Qasim
- Qasim Amin — Egyptian jurist and reformer, an early advocate of women's education
- Qasim ibn Muhammad — early Islamic scholar and jurist of Medina
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Qasim mean?
Qasim is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "One who divides and shares." Qasim comes from the Arabic root q-s-m, to divide or apportion, and means one who distributes — a generous man who shares out what he has. It was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's eldest son, who died in infancy, and the Prophet was known by the teknonym Abu al-Qasim in his honour.
How do you pronounce Qasim?
Qasim is pronounced KAH-sim. Common variations include Qasem, Kasim, Kassim.
Is Qasim a boy name?
Yes, Qasim is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Kas, Simi.