The nameBesma
Besma is a girl's name of Arabic origin, a variant of Basma.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
From the Arabic basma, "smile".
Origin
Arabic.
History
In France it has been given since the late 1960s.
Popularity of the name Besma
Besma in France
6161stmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1983peak year (25 births)
665babies named Besma in France since 1900
Besma was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 170 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Besma. Its rise began around 1967, and it peaked in 1983. Half of all babies named Besma in France were born before 2000.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Besma mean?
From the Arabic basma, "smile".
What is the origin of the name Besma?
Arabic.
Is Besma a girl's or a boy's name?
Besma is a girl's name.