Kasim

“One who controls or restrains.” — Associated with leadership and authority

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5569US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

727All-time births

📅 Since 197100

How to pronounce Kasim

KAH·SIM

/ˈkɑ.ˈsɪm/ · stress on KAH · 2 syllables

“One who controls or restrains.”

Associated with leadership and authority · Arabic origin

What does Kasim mean and where does it come from?

Kasim (قاسم) is of Arabic origin and means 'one who divides' or 'one who distributes.' The name has been historically significant in many Islamic cultures, often associated with leadership and authority. It is a common name across various countries, including Turkey and South Asia, where it has main

Cultural significance

Kasim has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of one who controls or restrains..

Peak popularity

Reached #2801 in 1991 — currently #5569 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kasim?

Kasim works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kasim Grace

How popular is Kasim right now?

Rising fast — up 1933 spots — currently #5569 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#5569 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5569	17	▲ up 1933 · +55% births
2022	#7502	11	▼ down 3337 · -56% births
2021	#4165	25	▲ up 890 · +39% births
2020	#5055	18	▲ up 1717 · +50% births
2015	#6772	12	▲ up 1535 · +33% births
2010	#8307	9	▼ down 3608 · -50% births
2005	#4699	18	▼ down 1587 · -36% births
2000	#3112	28	▲ up 2177 · +155% births
1995	#5289	11	▼ down 98 · +10% births
1990	#5191	10	▼ down 1836 · -29% births
1985	#3355	14	▼ down 288 · -7% births
1980	#3067	15	▲ up 2941 · +200% births
1975	#6008	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kasim

Best Year1980Rank #3067

Peak Count28

Average Rank#5238

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202313 years

The story of Kasim

Kasim is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 727 total births recorded, Kasim remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6008 in 1975 to #5569 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kasim in 1991:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Andrew

Kasim by decade

Kasim peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	69
1980s	107
1990s	138
2000s ★	218
2010s	177
2020s	18

💎Kasim has only 727 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kasim?

Common

KasKasieKasy

Famous people named Kasim

Kasim (Quranic figure)

Kasim appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Kasim (historical Arab ruler)

Kasim held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Kasim (Sufi mystic)

Kasim used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Kasim (Islamic scholar)

Kasim bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Kasim?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kasim also consider these

Kassim

Arabic · Arabic

Kasib

Arabic · one who earns;

Kazim

Arabic · To be powerful

Jasim

Arabic · to be generous

Basim

Arabic · Arabic

Wasim

Arabic · handsome, good-looking

Kalim

Arabic · the one with

Hasim

Arabic · Arabic

Common questions about the name Kasim

What does the name Kasim mean?

Kasim means "One who controls or restrains." — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kasim?

Kasim is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kasim have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kasim?

Kasim originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Kasim?

Kasim is a two-syllable name pronounced K AA1 S IH1 M. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Kasim trending right now?

Kasim is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.