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Oussama

أسامةIn Arabic

Meaning
Lion (an old word); Usama ibn Zayd, a companion of the Prophet
About the name
Usama ibn Zayd was the son of Zayd ibn Haritha and Umm Ayman. The Prophet gave him command of an expedition despite his young age, and said he was among the people dearest to him.
For
A boy
Origin
Arabic
Other spellings
Osama, Ossama, Oussamah, Usama, Ussama

Islamic naming guidance

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Name of a companion of the Prophet

Usama ibn Zayd, an early Muslim and companion, son of Zayd ibn Haritha.

Confidence: high

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