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Arabic

Basma

بسمة

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

Girl names

Meaning of Basma

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

At a glance

Usage
Girl names
Origin
Arabic
First Arabic letter
ب
Arabic letters
4
Pronunciation guide
Basma

How to write and say Basma

In Arabic
بسمة
In Latin letters
Basma

This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.

What to check before choosing Basma

  • This name’s meaning and cultural context still need independent editorial verification.
  • Compare بسمة in Arabic with Basma in Latin letters across your family’s languages.
  • Try saying the name with your family name, and ask relatives how they would write and pronounce it.

Sources & further reading

Al-Adkar directory · بسمة

Questions about Basma

What does Basma mean?

The meaning is still being researched and checked. We do not present an unverified interpretation as fact.

How do you write Basma in Arabic and Latin letters?

The forms shown here are بسمة in Arabic and Basma in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.

Are there other spellings of Basma?

We have not recorded a verified alternative spelling yet. Transliteration can still vary between languages.

How is Basma pronounced?

Our approximate guide is Basma. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.