Bashar
Bashar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Bearer of good news”.
| Meaning | Bearer of good news |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | بشار |
| Pronunciation | bah-SHAHR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Syria, Jordan, Iraq, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Bashar
Bashar normally stands for Bashshār, an intensive Arabic form from the root b-sh-r. The pattern describes someone who brings a great deal of good news. The name has deep roots in Arabic culture, and one of its best-known bearers is Bashshār ibn Burd, a poet of the Abbasid era. The same spelling can also represent bashar, the Quranic word for a human being, so some explain the name as man or mankind.
Is Bashar a Muslim name?
Bashar is understood by most Muslims as bringer of good news, and families throughout the Arab world choose it for their sons.
How popular is Bashar?
Popular in Syria, Jordan, Iraq and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Bashar
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Spellings and variants of Bashar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bashar mean?
Bashar means 'Bearer of good news'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Bashar a Muslim name?
Bashar is understood by most Muslims as bringer of good news, and families throughout the Arab world choose it for their sons.
How do you pronounce Bashar?
Bashar is pronounced bah-SHAHR.
Is Bashar a boy or girl name?
Bashar is usually a boy name.