Basim
Pronunciation: [ b-ahs-EEM ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Basim first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 292 babies have been named Basim in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Basim is past its peak , currently ranked #26,564 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,564
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Basim
Basim is a boy name .
Basim is currently ranked #26,564 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Basim include Bas, Bay, Baie, and Baskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Basim include Basil . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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