Kazem

Often explained as associated with restraint or self-control, especially in the sense of holding back anger.

Kazem is a masculine given name used in Arabic-speaking contexts and in communities where Arabic names are written in Latin script. It has a compact, steady sound and a two-syllable structure that tends to be straightforward to pronounce across many languages. In common explanations, Kazem is associated with the idea of restraint or self-control, often framed as the ability to hold back anger. As with many Arabic names, the same underlying name can appear with different Latin spellings because transliteration choices vary by region and by personal preference. Pronunciation is often KAH-zem, with stress on the first syllable. A practical tip is to treat Kazem, Kazim, and Kadhim as spelling variants you may encounter for the same Arabic name in Latin letters, and to ask for the preferred spelling in official records.

Etymology: An Arabic-origin name commonly linked to Arabic roots conveying restraint. Romanized spellings vary (Kazem, Kazim, Kadhim) depending on transliteration conventions.