What is the meaning of the name Bashir in Islam?

Bashir (Arabic: بشير) means "Bringer of good news" in Arabic. It is a boy's name used by Muslims worldwide.

Is Bashir a good Islamic name?

Yes, Bashir is considered a good Islamic name as it carries a positive meaning: "Bringer of good news". Names with good meanings are encouraged in Islam, and the Prophet ﷺ recommended naming children with beautiful names.

Quick Answer

Bashir (بشير) is a boy's name of Arabic origin meaning Bringer of good news. Global Prayer Times lists the meaning, origin and related Islamic baby names below — one of 483 names in the free directory, with no ads or tracking.

Boy Arabic

Bashir

بشير

Meaning

Bringer of good news

Gender

Boy's name

Origin

Arabic

Popularity

popular

Bashir (بشير) is an Arabic name meaning "Bringer of good news". The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)

More Boy's Names Starting with B

Bilal

Moisture

بلال

Bakr

Young camel; early riser

بكر

Badr

Full moon

بدر

Baha

Splendour

بهاء

Basim

Smiling

باسم

Bassel

Brave

باسل

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