He who seeks refuge in God
Derived from the Arabic root 'a-sa-ma', meaning to protect or preserve. It signifies someone who holds fast to God or seeks shelter in divine protection. Historically, it was the regnal name of the eighth Abbasid caliph.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Mutasim in 2025.
Eighth Abbasid caliph who founded the city of Samarra
Libyan national security advisor
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).