Meshari
Meshari is a Muslim boy name meaning “Traditional Gulf name, usually linked to trading or acquiring”.
| Meaning | Traditional Gulf name, usually linked to trading or acquiring |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Najdi / Gulf) |
| Arabic spelling | مشاري |
| Pronunciation | MEH-shaa-ree |
| Arabic root | ش ر ي (sh-r-y) — to buy, to trade |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Meshari
Meshari is a traditional name of Najd and Kuwait, usually connected with the root sh-r-y, 'to buy or acquire', though its exact sense is not firmly documented. It is well known from Imam Mishari bin Saud of the Second Saudi State and, today, from the Kuwaiti reciter Mishary Rashid Alafasy, which has made it popular far beyond the Gulf.
Is Meshari a Muslim name?
Yes. Meshari is an Arabic name used by Muslims, especially in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. It is familiar worldwide through the Quran reciter Mishary Alafasy.
Where is the name Meshari used?
Popular in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
Gifts with the name Meshari
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Meshari mean?
Meshari means 'Traditional Gulf name, usually linked to trading or acquiring'. It comes from Arabic (Najdi / Gulf).
Is Meshari a Muslim name?
Yes. Meshari is an Arabic name used by Muslims, especially in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. It is familiar worldwide through the Quran reciter Mishary Alafasy.
How do you write Meshari in Arabic?
Meshari is written مشاري in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Meshari?
Meshari is pronounced MEH-shaa-ree.