Qasim
Boy name · 90 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Qasim: 90 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 9 births in 1990.
Qasim is an Arabic name meaning "one who divides" or "distributor," rooted in the verb *qasama* (to share or apportion). It was famously borne by Qasim ibn Muhammad, a son of the Prophet Muhammad, giving the name deep significance in Islamic tradition. The name also appears in modern history through figures like Qasim Amin, an early Egyptian feminist writer, and Qasim al-Rimawi, a former Prime Minister of Jordan. While no major Scottish places share this root, the name's meaning of fair distribution resonates with the Scottish value of egalitarianism. A notable variant is Kassim, common in West Africa, while the Turkish spelling Kasım is also widespread. In Scotland, Qasim has been a steady, if uncommon, choice since the late 20th century, reflecting the country's growing multicultural community.
Boy 20 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19909 babies
- Latest (2017)
- #6024 babies
- Total births
- 90since 1987
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 35%vs prior 5y