Asma

Asma (أسماء) is an Arabic girl's name that means 'the Highest' or 'the Sublime.' It derives from the Arabic ʿasmā (أَسْمَى), which means 'higher, highest, sublime, most sublime.' As a Muslim name, Asma has special cultural significance.

What does the name Asma mean?

The name Asma (أسماء) means 'the Highest' or 'the Sublime' and derives from the Arabic ʿasmā (أَسْمَى), which means 'higher, highest, sublime, most sublime.' A prominent figure in Islamic history is Asmā' bint Abī Bakr, the daughter of Abū Bakr, who was a follower and father-in-law of the Prophet Mohammed and the first caliph of the Muslims. In the Arab and Muslim world, the name Asma enjoys great popularity and prevalence. Variants of Asma include Aasmaa, Asmaa, and Asmae.

Where does the name Asma come from?

Asma is a female first name of Arabic origin that carries the meaning 'the Highest' or 'the Sublime.' The Arabic root ʿasmā (أَسْمَى) encompasses meanings such as higher, highest, sublime, and most sublime. The name is used in Arab and Muslim contexts.

How do you pronounce Asma?

The pronunciation of Asma is clear and concise. The name is two syllables and is usually pronounced in German as 'As-ma' [ˈasma]. It begins with an open A sound that conveys a certain directness. The middle consonant combination gives the name a distinctive structure, while the open ending 'a' provides a warm conclusion. Asma thus appears modern and characterful – feminine, clear, and harmonious.

Popularity

In Germany, Asma is among the popular first names. The name currently ranks 776th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2016, when it ranked 662nd. In the last ten years, Asma has been given as a first name about 530 times, which places it 814th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Asma ranks 887th. Its global popularity is also reflected in its rankings in various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Ash / Asmi / Asu / Essi / Susu

Famous people

• Asma Badar (actress from India)
• Asma Elghaoui (Tunisian handball player)
• Asma Farzand (Pakistani cricketer)
• Asma Gull Hasan (writer from America)
• Asma Jahangir (Pakistani women's rights activist)
• Asma Lamrabet (Norwegian writer)