Baseerat
Baseerat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Insight, inner vision, perception”.
| Meaning | Insight, inner vision, perception |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu / Persian form |
| Arabic spelling | بصیرت |
| Pronunciation | bah-SEE-rat |
| Arabic root | ب ص ر (b-ṣ-r) — to see, to perceive |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Baseerat
Baseerat is the Urdu and Persian pronunciation of the Arabic baṣīra, with the final -a written as -at. In Islamic usage baṣīra refers to spiritual insight, the ability to see the truth with the heart rather than only the eyes. The spelling with -at is typical of Pakistan and India, where the word is also used in everyday speech for wisdom and discernment.
Is Baseerat a Muslim name?
Yes. Baseerat is a Muslim name taken from the Arabic word baṣīra, meaning insight. It is used mainly by Urdu-speaking Muslim families.
Is Baseerat in the Quran?
The word baṣīra appears in the Quran: 'Rather, man will be a witness against himself' (literally 'man is an insight upon himself') (Quran 75:14).
Where is the name Baseerat used?
Used mainly in Pakistan and India, and among Urdu-speaking families abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Baseerat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baseerat mean?
Baseerat means 'Insight, inner vision, perception'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu / Persian form.
Is Baseerat a Muslim name?
Yes. Baseerat is a Muslim name taken from the Arabic word baṣīra, meaning insight. It is used mainly by Urdu-speaking Muslim families.
How do you write Baseerat in Arabic?
Baseerat is written بصیرت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Baseerat?
Baseerat is pronounced bah-SEE-rat.
Is Baseerat mentioned in the Quran?
The word baṣīra appears in the Quran: 'Rather, man will be a witness against himself' (literally 'man is an insight upon himself') (Quran 75:14).