One who divides or distributes
Derived from the Arabic root q-s-m, the name signifies a person who distributes goods or shares fairly among others. It is a traditional name in Muslim cultures, often associated with the qualities of justice and generosity. In Islamic history, Qasim was the name of the eldest son of the Prophet Muhammad.
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