Boualem

Boualem is a given name, primarily used in North Africa, particularly in Algeria. It is a masculine name of Arabic origin.

The name Boualem is often interpreted to mean "He who knows" or "Possessor of knowledge," deriving from the Arabic word "ʿālim" (عالم) meaning "knower" or "learned." The prefix "Bou-" is a possessive particle.

The name is a fairly common first name in Algeria and among Algerian diaspora communities. It may also appear, though less frequently, in other North African countries such as Morocco and Tunisia.