Waseem
Boy name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Waseem: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1980.
The name Waseem, also spelled Wasim, comes from Arabic origins where it means “graceful,” “handsome,” or “comely.” It’s a popular name across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East. Among its well-known bearers are Waseem Badami, a prominent Pakistani television host and journalist, and Waseem Ahmed, a former world-class squash player from Pakistan who won multiple British Open titles. While no specific place names derive directly from Waseem, the name shares its root with the Arabic word *wasama*, meaning “to be beautiful.” A cultural note: the variant Wasim has been especially common in Pakistan and India, often chosen for its positive and aspirational qualities, and the name has a warm, dignified feel that parents appreciate for its timeless elegance.
Boy 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19803 babies
- Latest (1986)
- #3173 babies
- Total births
- 9since 1980
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y