AlQsim

AlQsim is a transliteration of the Arabic name al-Qasim, used as both a given name and a surname in Arabic-speaking communities. The form is also found in diaspora communities around the world where Arabic or Muslim naming traditions are present.

Etymology: The name derives from the Arabic root Q-S-M, meaning to divide, allot, or distribute. In traditional usage, al-Qasim is often interpreted as “the distributor” or “the one who apportions.”

Usage and variants: Spelling varies with transliteration systems and regional pronunciation. Common variants include Al-Qasem, Al-Qasīm, and Qasem. The form without a hyphen or with different diacritic marks is used in different languages and orthographies, including English-language texts and in Persian or Turkish contexts with localized spellings.

Geographic and cultural distribution: The name is most common in the Middle East and North Africa and among Muslim communities worldwide. It appears as a personal name and, in some cases, as part of place names or institutions named after individuals bearing the name.

Notable references: The name has been borne by multiple historical and contemporary figures across fields such as religion, academia, sports, and public life.

See also: Al-Qasim (disambiguation) for related spellings and references to people, places, and institutions bearing the name.

Notes: Without a specific context, AlQsim may refer to any number of people, places, or entities that use this transliteration or its variants.