Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Basim since 1978
Babies named Basim per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 64 |
| 1990s | 58 |
| 2000s | 72 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 30 |
Meaning & origin
Basim is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'smiling' or 'cheerful', directly derived from the active participle of the verb basama. In the United States, Basim has been recorded since 1978, though it has never entered the top tiers of popularity. As of 2025, the name ranks 9,714 in the U.S., with approximately 1 in 244,011 male newborns receiving the name. Its peak usage occurred in 2015, and its trajectory over the past decade has remained relatively stable. While no top states have been recorded for the name, Basim continues to be a recognizable choice within Arabic-speaking communities, reflecting its positive meaning and cultural resonance.
Basim is a transliteration of the Arabic name باسم (Bāsim), which is an active participle of the verb basama (to smile). It belongs to the same root as the more familiar name Basma (smile). The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities, often chosen for its positive connotations of happiness and amiability.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bas
Variants: Baseem, Bassim
Sibling names for Basim
Names that share Basim's style, for a brother or sister.
