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Basmala

بسملة

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

Girl names

Meaning of Basmala

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

At a glance

Usage
Girl names
Origin
International
First Arabic letter
ب
Arabic letters
5
Pronunciation guide
Basmala

How to write and say Basmala

In Arabic
بسملة
In Latin letters
Basmala

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 Basmala

  • This name’s meaning and cultural context still need independent editorial verification.
  • Compare بسملة in Arabic with Basmala 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 · بسملة

Questions about Basmala

What does Basmala mean?

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

How do you write Basmala in Arabic and Latin letters?

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

Are there other spellings of Basmala?

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

How is Basmala pronounced?

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