Stern, austere, or lion
Derived from the Arabic root 'abasa', meaning to frown or look austere. It is often interpreted as 'lion' in a metaphorical sense, referring to the animal's fierce and serious expression. The name is historically significant in Islamic culture, associated with the uncle of the Prophet Muhammad.
Uncle of the Prophet Muhammad and progenitor of the Abbasid Caliphate
Acclaimed Iranian film director and screenwriter
Prominent electrical engineer and information theorist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
