At a glance
- In short
- Qasem is a strong and unique Arabic name for boys, pronounced kah-SEM. It exudes strength and individuality, with variations like Kasem and Qasim.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2023 (#9,763)
- Babies in 2023
- 7 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #8,166 in 2021
- First recorded
- 2003
Meaning of Qasem
Qasem is a strong and unique name for baby boys with Arabic origins. It is pronounced as kah-SEM (/kɑˈsɛm/), adding a musical touch to its appeal. This name also has variations such as Kasem and Qasim, providing parents with options that still hold the same essence. Although not as commonly used in the United States, Qasem has gained some popularity in recent years. In 2021, it was given to 9 newborn boys, ranking at 8142. The name Qasem carries an air of strength and individuality that can make your little one stand out from the crowd.
How to pronounce Qasem
Arabic
- Pronounced kah-SEM /kɑˈsɛm/
Popularity of Qasem in the U.S.
Qasem was last recorded in the U.S. in 2023, ranked #9,763 with 7 babies. It peaked at #8,166 in 2021. It first appears in the records in 2003.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 2003–2023 8 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 9,763 | back (not recorded in 2022) |
| 2021 | 9 | 8,166 | back (not recorded in 2018–2020) |
| 2017 | 7 | 9,696 | back (not recorded in 2016) |
| 2015 | 8 | 8,744 | back (not recorded in 2012–2014) |
| 2011 | 5 | 12,287 | back (not recorded in 2009–2010) |
| 2008 | 5 | 12,553 | ▼ 1,632 |
| 2007 | 6 | 10,921 | back (not recorded in 2004–2006) |
| 2003 | 6 | 9,581 | new |
Notable people named Qasem
- Qasem Soleimani was an Iranian military officer who led the Quds Force from 1998 until his assassination in 2020.