Abshir
Abshir is a Muslim boy name of Somali, from Arabic origin, meaning “Rejoice, receive good news”.
| Meaning | Rejoice, receive good news |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Somali, from Arabic |
| Written as | أبشر |
| Pronunciation | AB-shir |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya |
Meaning and origin of Abshir
Good news is the idea behind the root b-sh-r, which also gives bushra, glad tidings, and al-Bashir, a title of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as the bringer of good news. Abshir is the Arabic command rejoice, or take the good news, and Somali families have made it a common boy's name. Beyond Somali communities in the Horn of Africa and the diaspora, it is seldom used.
Is Abshir a Muslim name?
Somali Muslims give it for its Arabic meaning, rejoice at good news. The root appears in 'And give good tidings to the patient' (Quran 2:155).
How popular is Abshir?
Somali families in Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti and around the world use it widely.
Gifts with the name Abshir
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Spellings and variants of Abshir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abshir mean?
Abshir means 'Rejoice, receive good news'. It is of Somali, from Arabic origin.
Is Abshir a Muslim name?
Somali Muslims give it for its Arabic meaning, rejoice at good news. The root appears in 'And give good tidings to the patient' (Quran 2:155).
How do you pronounce Abshir?
Abshir is pronounced AB-shir.
Is Abshir a boy or girl name?
Abshir is usually a boy name.