Basmah
BAHS-mah
Basmah is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Basmah is an Arabic name meaning "a smile".”, and peaked in popularity in 1994.
What Basmah Means
“Basmah is an Arabic name meaning "a smile".”
The Story of Basmah
There is a name that carries the promise of pure delight, the very essence of a happy greeting.
Basmah, an Arabic name, directly translates to 'a smile,' embodying the spontaneous and heartwarming expression. It originates from the root meaning to smile, a gesture recognized and cherished across cultures and time.
You picture your daughter's face lighting up, her smile a beacon of her kind and optimistic spirit. This name captures the pure joy you anticipate sharing with her, a reflection of the cheerfulness that seems destined for her.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1994
Total Births
45
First Recorded
1988
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