Asim
Asim is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Protector, guardian, or defender.
Origin and history
Asim is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning protector or guardian. It is a traditional name widely used across the Muslim world and Middle Eastern cultures. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare name, seeing modest but steady usage in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,325 babies in the United States have been named Asim since 1880. It ranks #3381 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1643.
States where it is most popular
- NY (40.6 %)
- CA (19.4 %)
- MN (12.6 %)
- PA (11.9 %)
- TX (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 127 |
| 1980-1990 | 160 |
| 1990-2000 | 210 |
| 2000-2010 | 226 |
| 2010-2019 | 312 |
| 2020-2029 | 284 |
Famous people named Asim
- Asim Kurjak: Physician, Professor
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Arabic root 'a-sa-ma', which relates to protection and preservation.
- While uncommon in the United States, Asim is widely used across South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.