Basima
Meaningsmiling · Arabic
Basima is an Arabic girl name meaning “smiling”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Basima
Basima is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “smiling”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Basima at school.
Origin:Arabic names
More Arabic girl names
- Girl name: Eleanor · possibly light
- Girl name: Layla · night
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Girl name: Aaliyah · exalted
- Girl name: Amira · princess
- Girl name: Lilly · lily flower
- Girl name: Leila · night
- Girl name: Aliyah · ascent
Questions about the name Basima
What does the name Basima mean?
Basima means “smiling” and comes from Arabic. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Emiko (“often smiling child”), Emika (“often smiling flower”), Erendira (“smiling one”) and Smita (“smiling”).
What is the origin of the name Basima?
Basima is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Eleanor (“possibly light”), Layla (“night”), Lyla (“night”) and Aaliyah (“exalted”).
Is Basima a boy or girl name?
Basima is a girl name.
What names are similar to Basima?
If you like Basima, you might also like Emiko, Emika, Erendira and Smita.
What should I know before naming my baby Basima?
Basima is an Arabic girl name meaning “smiling”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.