The nameBasma
Basma is an Arabic girl's name, rising in France since the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Basma means "smile".
Origin
Arabic.
History
Found in France since the late 1960s, Basma peaked in the late 2010s, notably in Île-de-France. It is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Basma
Basma in France
740thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2018peak year (95 births)
2,195babies named Basma in France since 1900
Basma was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 740 births over the decade, 34% of all recorded babies named Basma. Its rise began around 1969, and it peaked in 2018. Half of all babies named Basma in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 54 births a year on average, against 79 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Basma mean?
Basma means "smile".
What is the origin of the name Basma?
Arabic.
Is Basma a girl's or a boy's name?
Basma is a girl's name.