Hashir
Hashir is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “The gatherer; a title of the Prophet ﷺ”.
| Meaning | The gatherer; a title of the Prophet ﷺ |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حاشر |
| Pronunciation | HAA-shir |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Hashir
Hashir is taken from the Arabic root ḥ-sh-r, meaning to gather people together or assemble them. As al-Ḥāshir it is one of the names the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used for himself in authentic hadith, listing it beside Muhammad, Ahmad and al-Māḥī. He explained that mankind would be gathered after him, which gives the title its sense. That direct link to the Prophet is the main reason the name is so well loved in Pakistan today.
Is Hashir a Muslim name?
Hashir is valued as one of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ own names recorded in hadith, so choosing it is a way of honouring him.
How popular is Hashir?
It is especially popular in Pakistan and with Pakistani families living overseas.
Gifts with the name Hashir
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Spellings and variants of Hashir
Names similar to Hashir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hashir mean?
Hashir means 'The gatherer; a title of the Prophet ﷺ'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hashir a Muslim name?
Hashir is valued as one of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ own names recorded in hadith, so choosing it is a way of honouring him.
How do you pronounce Hashir?
Hashir is pronounced HAA-shir.
Is Hashir a boy or girl name?
Hashir is usually a boy name.