Kasim
Fact sheet
- Name
- Kasim
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The male first name Kasim (Turkish Kasım) represents a variant of the Arabic and Muslim name Qasim, which means 'the one who divides.' This is derived from the Arabic word qāsim (قَاسِم), meaning 'divider, distributor.' At the same time, the name Kasım in Turkish can also be translated as 'the November' or, more freely interpreted, as 'the one born in November.'
What does the name Kasim mean?
Kasim is a male first name that is considered a variant of the Arabic and Muslim name Qasim, carrying the meaning 'the one who divides,' derived from the Arabic qāsim (قَاسِم) meaning 'divider, distributor.' On the other hand, the name can also be directly translated from Turkish as 'the November' or interpretatively as 'the one born in November.' In Turkey and the Arabic world, the name enjoys great popularity. Other variants of Qasim include Kassim and Quasim.
Where does the name Kasim come from?
The name Kasim has Arabic roots and carries meanings such as 'the one who divides' and 'the November.' The Arabic
How do you pronounce Kasim?
The sound and pronunciation of Kasim is two syllables and clearly structured. Typically, the name is pronounced as 'Ka-sim' [kaˈziːm] or [ˈkaːsɪm], with an open A sound starting the name. The gentle S and the concluding M provide a calm and harmonious ending. Kasim sounds balanced and warm – both down-to-earth and strong in character.
Popularity
In Germany, Kasim is among the popular first names. The name currently ranks 2,073rd on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2005, when it reached 827th place. Over the last ten years, Kasim has been chosen as a first name about 180 times, placing it 1,706th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 1,791st.
Nicknames & pet names
Kasimo / Kazum / Kazun / Keysim
Famous people
- Kasim Abid (film director from England)
- Kasim Edebali (NFL player)
- Kasim Kamenica (handball player from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
- Kasim Nuhu (footballer from Ghana)
- Kasim Rabihic (German football player)
- Kasim Sulton (American musician)
- Kasim Yildiz (Turkish footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Kasim
What is the origin of the name Kasim?
The name Kasim has Arabic roots and is rooted in both Arabic and Turkish. It means 'the one who divides' in Arabic and 'November' in Turkish.
What does the name Kasim mean?
Kasim means 'the one who divides' and is derived from the Arabic word qāsim (قَاسِم). In Turkish, it is associated with 'the one born in November.'
How popular is the name Kasim?
Kasim enjoys great popularity in both Turkey and the Arabic world and is a common choice for boys.