Smiling or one who smiles
Derived from the Arabic root 'b-s-m', this name signifies a person who is cheerful and frequently smiling. It conveys a sense of optimism and a pleasant disposition. It is a popular name across the Middle East and among Muslim communities worldwide.
Less common today
Basem isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,781 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Egyptian-American comedian and television host
Egyptian professional footballer
