Asim
BoyArabic
Asim is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "Guardian Or Protector".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Arabic
Popularity
82 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Guardian Or Protector
Etymology
Asim or ASIM may refer to:Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine, a fantasy and science fiction magazine
Aseem, a male given name of Indian origin, often spelled Asim
Asem, a male given name of Arabic origin, sometimes spelled Asim or Asım
Asynchronous induction motor, a type of electric AC motor
Atmosphere-Space Interactions Monitor, a project led by the European Space Agency
Famous People Named Asim
- Asim Munir — Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff of Pakistan (born 1968)
- Asim Ferhatović — Yugoslav footballer (1933-1987)
- Asim ibn Umar — Son of caliph Umar and hadith scholar (c.628–c.689)
Frequently Asked Questions About Asim
What does the name Asim mean?
Asim means "Guardian Or Protector", and is of Arabic origin.
What is the origin of the name Asim?
Asim originates from Arabic.
Is Asim a boy or girl name?
Asim is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Asim?
Yes — notable people named Asim include Asim Munir (Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff of Pakistan, born 1968), Asim Ferhatović (Yugoslav footballer, 1933-1987) and Asim ibn Umar (Son of caliph Umar and hadith scholar, c.628–c.689).
Last updated: June 2026
