Waseem
Meaninghandsome · Arabic
Waseem is an Arabic boy name meaning “handsome”. 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- GenerationWaseem peaked in 1987, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Waseem you'd meet today is about 38 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Waseems too.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Waseem would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 90,090 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryWaseem first shows up in US birth records in 1979, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 46 years since.
US births per million boys, 1979–2025
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About the name Waseem
Waseem is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “handsome”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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- Boy name: Caleb · dog, faithful
- Boy name: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
- Boy name: Amir · prince, commander
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- Boy name: Muhammad · praised
- Boy name: Omar · flourishing, long-lived
Questions about the name Waseem
What does the name Waseem mean?
Waseem means “handsome” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Beau (“handsome”), Kenneth (“handsome”), Hassan (“handsome, good”) and Bellamy (“handsome friend”).
What is the origin of the name Waseem?
Waseem is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Waseem a boy or girl name?
Waseem is a boy name. In 2025, 19 US boys were named Waseem.
How popular is the name Waseem?
Waseem ranked #5,045 for US boys in 2025, given to 19 babies. Its best year was 1987, when it reached #2,838. Over the last five years it has slipped 1,843 places.
What names are similar to Waseem?
If you like Waseem, you might also like Beau, Kenneth, Hassan and Bellamy.
What should I know before naming my baby Waseem?
Waseem is an Arabic boy name meaning “handsome”. 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.