One who distributes or divides
Derived from the Arabic root 'qasama', meaning to divide or distribute. It is traditionally interpreted as one who distributes goods or charity among the people, implying a sense of justice and generosity. The name has historical significance as it was the name of a son of the Prophet Muhammad.
Less common today
Kasim isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,799 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former Mayor of Atlanta
Ghanaian professional footballer
British political activist and writer
