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Bashir

A deep dive into the meaning, heritage, and daily usability of the name Bashir.

Primary meaning

Bringer of good news; herald

Pronunciation: bah-SHEER

Profile summary

One of the 99 names of Allah? (Not directly, but related to 'Al-Bashir,' The Bringer of Good News). Common throughout Muslim world. Famous bearers: Bashir al-Assad (b. 1965), former president of Syria. The current meaning shown for this name is Bringer of good news; herald. The catalog pronunciation is listed as bah-SHEER. It is listed alongside the related form Basheer. Bashir appears in girl naming lists and vintage style collections, which can help when comparing nearby options in the same catalog group.

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Etymology note

Bashir is currently cataloged under Arabic (from bashara) origin, and this page describes its meaning as Bringer of good news; herald.

Origin note

This profile is grouped under Arabic (from bashara) origin.

Usage note

In this catalog, Bashir is grouped as a vintage girl name. Related form for this profile: Basheer. That combination can help when comparing style-led and gender-led shortlist pages.

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