بشير

Basheer

boyArabic

Basheer is a Muslim boy name meaning “Bringer of good news”.

MeaningBringer of good news
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingبشير
Pronunciationba-SHEER
Arabic rootب ش ر (b-sh-r) — to bring good news
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Basheer

Basheer is a common South Asian spelling of Bashīr, meaning one who brings glad tidings. The Quran calls the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ bashīr and nadhīr, a bringer of good news and a warner, which gives the name its special place. Bashīr ibn Saʿd was a Companion from the Ansar, and the name has been used continuously since early Islam.

Is Basheer a Muslim name?

Yes. Basheer is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning bringer of good news. It is one of the Quranic descriptions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Is Basheer in the Quran?

'Indeed, We have sent you with the truth as a bearer of good news (bashīr) and a warner' (Quran 2:119).

Where is the name Basheer used?

This spelling is especially common in India (notably Kerala), Pakistan and the Gulf.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Basheer mean?

Basheer means 'Bringer of good news'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Basheer a Muslim name?

Yes. Basheer is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning bringer of good news. It is one of the Quranic descriptions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

How do you write Basheer in Arabic?

Basheer is written بشير in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Basheer?

Basheer is pronounced ba-SHEER.

Is Basheer mentioned in the Quran?

'Indeed, We have sent you with the truth as a bearer of good news (bashīr) and a warner' (Quran 2:119).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.