Qasim

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Pronounced KAH-sim /ˈkɑː.sɪm/High

Meaning: One who distributes; divider; generous; from Arabic qasim (one who distributes goods or wealth), from qasama (to divide, to distribute)High

In 30 seconds: An Arabic name meaning 'one who distributes' or 'generous,' from qasama (to divide, to share). Al-Qasim was the eldest son of the Prophet Muhammad — making this name one of the most honored in Islamic tradition.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningOne who distributes; divider; generous; from Arabic qasim (one who distributes goods or wealth), from qasama (to divide, to distribute)

U.S. rank (2025)#2327 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births60 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,239

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Qasim comes from Arabic qasim (one who distributes, shares generously), from qasama (to divide, to distribute). Al-Qasim was the Prophet Muhammad's eldest son who died in infancy. The Prophet was known as Abu al-Qasim (Father of Qasim), making this name deeply revered in Islam.

Qasim ranked #2458 for boys in 2024. It is used in Arab American and Muslim communities across the United States.

Did you know? Al-Qasim, the Prophet Muhammad's eldest son (who died in infancy), was so beloved that the Prophet was also known as Abu al-Qasim (Father of Qasim) — one of the Prophet's most common designations in Islamic tradition, making Qasim a deeply personal name in Islamic history.

Overall data confidence 93%

Behind the Name — Qasim — Arabic etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

KasimKassim

Nicknames

Qas

Famous Bearers

★Al-Qasim ibn Muhammad (c.598–601)
Eldest son of the Prophet Muhammad who died in infancy. His name gave the Prophet his kunya Abu al-Qasim (Father of Qasim).

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Qasim mean?

Qasim means 'one who distributes' or 'generous,' from Arabic qasama (to divide). Al-Qasim was the Prophet Muhammad's eldest son.

How do you pronounce Qasim?

It's said KAH-sim /ˈkɑː.sɪm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Qasim a boy or girl name?

Qasim is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Qasim?

Qasim ranked #2458 for U.S. boys in 2024.