Basem
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Basem first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 142 babies have been named Basem in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Basem is past its peak , currently ranked #26,565 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,565
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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View all →Tamil origin
"fiery, blazing"
#26,446 in US
Hebrew (via Elizabeth) origin
"pledged to God"
#26,507 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"slender; narrow passage"
#26,386 in US
Sanskrit arnava origin
"vast waters, the deep"
#26,572 in US
Germanic origin
"peaceful ruler"
#26,757 in US
Germanic (via Harriet) origin
"home ruler"
#26,480 in US
Latin origin
"writer, creator of works"
#26,558 in US
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About the Name Basem
Basem is a boy name .
Basem is currently ranked #26,565 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Basem include Bas, Bay, and Basie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis