Basirat
Basirat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Insight, vision”.
| Meaning | Insight, vision |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | بصيرة |
| 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 Basirat
Basirat is the form of Baṣīra used in Nigeria, especially among Yoruba Muslims, who keep the Arabic feminine -t ending (as in Rukayat, Basirat, Kafayat). The same spelling is also used in Urdu and Persian. The name means insight or the ability to perceive the truth, and it is a familiar name in Lagos, Ibadan and across south-western Nigeria.
Is Basirat a Muslim name?
Yes. Basirat is a Muslim name, the Yoruba and South Asian form of the Arabic Basira, meaning insight.
Where is the name Basirat used?
Very common among Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria; also used in Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Basirat mean?
Basirat means 'Insight, vision'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Basirat a Muslim name?
Yes. Basirat is a Muslim name, the Yoruba and South Asian form of the Arabic Basira, meaning insight.
How do you write Basirat in Arabic?
Basirat is written بصيرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Basirat?
Basirat is pronounced bah-SEE-rat.