One who distributes or divides
Derived from the Arabic root q-s-m, it traditionally signifies someone who distributes goods or charity among the people. It is a name of great historical significance in Islamic culture, as it was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's eldest son.
Less common today
Qasim isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,323 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Eldest son of the Prophet Muhammad
Iranian military officer
Pakistani cricketer