| Meaning | one who distributes |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Qa-sim |
Qasim stands as a name of remarkable character and cultural depth. The distinctive Q beginning immediately sets it apart, creating visual and phonetic interest that captures attention. This name carries dignity and strength, suitable for a child who will navigate multiple cultural contexts with ease. Qasim possesses a certain gravitas that grows with the bearer, aging exceptionally well from childhood through adulthood. The pronunciation, once learned, becomes smooth and natural, with a pleasant rhythm that feels both exotic and accessible to diverse audiences. Parents selecting Qasim often value heritage and tradition while embracing a global perspective. The name works internationally, crossing linguistic boundaries more easily than many might initially assume. It suggests someone grounded in values yet open to the world's possibilities. Qasim offers limited nickname options, which many parents see as an advantage, ensuring the full name receives proper use and respect throughout life.
| Qas |
| Sim |
| Cas |
| Kaz |
| Qasim ibn Muhammad | c. 599–600 CE - Son of Prophet Muhammad |
| Qasim Khan Suri | b. 1979 - Pakistani politician |
| Qasim Zia | b. 1974 - Pakistani field hockey player |
| Qasim Amin | 1863–1908 - Egyptian feminist thinker |
| Qasim Razvi | 1912–1955 - Indian Islamic fundamentalist leader |
| Qasim al-Jabbarin | b. 1986 - Jordanian footballer |
| Qasim Ali | b. 1984 - Kenyan cricketer |
| Qasim Ibrahim | b. 1967 - Maldivian businessman and politician |
| Qasim Khan Chauhan | d. 1578 - Ruler of Sindh |
| Qasim Shah | b. 2001 - Pakistani cricketer |
| Qasim Al Najar | b. 1994 - Emirati footballer |
| Qasim Ali Shah | b. 1980 - Pakistani motivational speaker |
| Qasim Soleimani | 1957–2020 - Iranian military general |
| Qasim Abbas | b. 1992 - Iraqi footballer |
| Qasim Saif | b. 1986 - Omani footballer |
| Qasim Said | b. 1989 - Maldivian footballer |
| Qasim Umar | b. 1981 - Nigerian footballer |
| Qasim al-Rimi | 1978–2020 - Yemeni militant leader |
| Qasim Niaz | b. 1979 - Pakistani cricketer |
| Qasim Khan | "A Case of Exploding Mangoes" by Mohammed Hanif |
| Qasim Ali | "Qasim's Gamble" by Tahir Shah |
| Qasim al-Ma'ari | "The Sand Fish" by Maha Gargash |
| Qasim ibn Yahya | "The Wrath and the Dawn" by Renée Ahdieh |
| Qasim Sharif | "Beirut Blues" by Hanan al-Shaykh |
| Qasim Bey | "The Time-Travels of the Man Who Sold Pickles and Sweets" by Khairy Shalaby |
| Qasim al-Ali | "Death and the Maiden" by Ariel Dorfman |