Holding steady, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Kasim since 1971
Babies named Kasim per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 69 |
| 1980s | 108 |
| 1990s | 138 |
| 2000s | 220 |
| 2010s | 177 |
| 2020s | 105 |
Meaning & origin
Kasim entered U.S. naming records in 1971, and while it has never cracked the top 1,000, it has maintained a steady presence. Its peak popularity occurred in 2004, after which usage has remained stable. As of 2025, the name ranks 5,608 with an incidence of 1 in 106,755 male births. The name's enduring appeal stems from its strong Arabic roots and its association with generosity and fairness. Kasim is a modest but consistent choice among Muslim families in the United States, reflecting a broader trend of traditional names that hold religious and cultural significance.
Kasim is a transliteration of the Arabic name Qasim (قاسم), derived from the root q-s-m meaning 'to divide' or 'to share'. It is traditionally interpreted as 'one who distributes' or 'the generous one'. The name is historically associated with a son of the Prophet Muhammad, though its use extends across the Muslim world.
“Kasim” around the world
Where Kasim lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kas, Kaz
Sibling names for Kasim
Names that share Kasim's style, for a brother or sister.
