Wasim
Meaninghandsome · Arabic
Wasim 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationWasim peaked in 1999, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Wasim you'd meet today is about 26 years old.
- HistoryWasim first shows up in US birth records in 1983, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 42 years since.
US births per million boys, 1983–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Wasim
Wasim 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 1990s, 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: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
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Questions about the name Wasim
What does the name Wasim mean?
Wasim 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 Wasim?
Wasim 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 Wasim a boy or girl name?
Wasim is a boy name.
How popular is the name Wasim?
Wasim is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2024. It peaked at #5,656 in 1999, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Wasim?
If you like Wasim, you might also like Beau, Kenneth, Hassan and Bellamy.
What should I know before naming my baby Wasim?
Wasim 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, 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.