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Name Origin

Issam is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'protector' or 'guardian'. It often signifies strength, courage, and responsibility.

arabicmasculineprotectorguardianstrengthcourageresponsibility

Famous People

Issam Zahreddine (1958-)

Military Officer

  • Commander of the Syrian Army's Tiger Forces unit

Issam Fares (1937-)

Businessman and Philanthropist

  • Founder of the Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs at the American University of Beirut
  • Recipient of numerous awards for his contributions to peace and diplomacy

Issam Al-Ani

Football Player

  • Played for the Iraqi national team
  • Played professionally in Iraq and the Gulf

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