Basheer
Meaning of Basheer
The name Basheer is a distinguished male name of Arabic origin, meaning "bringer of good news" or "one who brings glad tidings." Pronounced as bah-SHEER (/bɑːˈʃiːr/), it carries connotations of positivity and hope. The name has a notable variation, Bashir, and is often found in Muslim communities around the world. While not extremely common in the United States, Basheer has been used consistently over the years, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 14 newborns annually since 1977. The highest recorded rank for the name was in 1991 when it reached 4006. Despite its relatively low frequency, Basheer holds a strong cultural significance and continues to be cherished by those who seek a meaningful and uplifting name for their child.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as bah-SHEER (/bɑːˈʃiːr/)
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Notable People Named Basheer
| Basheer Ahmed is an Indian physician, academic, and author who currently resides in the USA. |
| Al-Hafiz Basheer Ahmad Masri (1914–1992) was an Indian Islamic scholar and animal welfare writer known for his prominent advocacy of Islamic concern for non-human animals. |
| Basheer Segu Dawood is a Sri Lankan politician and Member of Parliament. |
| Basheer Ahmed Sayeed was an Indian judge, politician, and educationist known for his service in the Madras Legislative Council and as a founder-member of the South Indian Education Trust (SIET). |
| Basheer Garba Mohammed - Basheer Lado Garba Mohammed is a Nigerian businessman and politician who served as a Senator for the Kano Central constituency. |
| Basheer Matta - Basheer Ahmad Khan Matta is a Pakistani politician, historian, and senior member of the National Democratic Movement (NDM) who supports the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) and was previously a member of the Senate of Pakistan. |
| Basheer Ahmed Razi was an Indian botanist known for his contributions to the field of botany. |
