Beshir
Beshir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Bringer of good news”.
| Meaning | Bringer of good news |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, East African / Ottoman form |
| Arabic spelling | بشير |
| Pronunciation | beh-SHEER |
| Arabic root | ب ش ر (b-sh-r) — to bring good news |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Beshir
Beshir is a form of the Arabic Bashīr reflecting a pronunciation with e, heard in Ethiopia, Eritrea, Sudan and in Ottoman Turkish (modern Turkish Beşir). The meaning is unchanged: one who brings glad tidings. In Ethiopia the name is common among Muslims of Harar and the Oromo and Somali regions.
Is Beshir a Muslim name?
Yes. Beshir is a Muslim name, a regional form of the Arabic Bashir, meaning bringer of good news.
Is Beshir 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 Beshir used?
Used mainly in Ethiopia, Eritrea and Sudan, and in Turkish as Beşir.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Beshir mean?
Beshir means 'Bringer of good news'. It comes from Arabic, East African / Ottoman form.
Is Beshir a Muslim name?
Yes. Beshir is a Muslim name, a regional form of the Arabic Bashir, meaning bringer of good news.
How do you write Beshir in Arabic?
Beshir is written بشير in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Beshir?
Beshir is pronounced beh-SHEER.
Is Beshir 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).