Bashar

“bringer of good news”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9007US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

331All-time births

📅 Since 197300

How to pronounce Bashar

bush·AHR

/bəʃ.ˈɑr/ · stress on AHR · 2 syllables

“bringer of good news”

Arabic origin · Boy name

What does Bashar mean and where does it come from?

Bashar (بشار) is an Arabic name commonly used in various Arabic-speaking countries. It is often given to boys and has connotations of positivity and good tidings. The name gained popularity due to its association with notable figures in the Middle East, including Bashar al-Assad, the current Preside

Cultural significance

Bashar has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bringer of good news.

Peak popularity

Reached #3484 in 2000 — currently #9007 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Bashar?

Bashar works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bashar Grace

How popular is Bashar right now?

Rising fast — up 2032 spots — currently #9007 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#9007 · Top 6.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9007	8	▲ up 2032 · +33% births
2022	#11039	6	▼ down 5673 · -65% births
2021	#5366	17	▲ up 4361 · +143% births
2020	#9727	7	▼ down 2939 · -42% births
2015	#6788	12	▼ down 316 · -8% births
2010	#6472	13	▲ up 1391 · +44% births
2005	#7863	9	▼ down 4379 · -62% births
2000	#3484	24	▲ up 2077 · +243% births
1985	#5561	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Bashar

Best Year2000Rank #3484

Peak Count24

Average Rank#7256

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20239 years

The story of Bashar

Bashar is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 331 total births recorded, Bashar remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5561 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9007 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Bashar in 2000:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Christopher

Bashar by decade

Bashar peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	11
1980s	50
1990s	42
2000s ★	151
2010s	70
2020s	7

💎Bashar has only 331 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Bashar?

Common

BasBaAshar

Famous people named Bashar

Bashar (Quranic figure)

Bashar appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Bashar (Arab poet)

Bashar carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Bashar (Sufi mystic)

Bashar used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Bashar (Islamic scholar)

Bashar bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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Common questions about the name Bashar

What does the name Bashar mean?

Bashar means "bringer of good news" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Bashar?

Bashar is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Bashar have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Bashar?

Bashar originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Bashar?

Bashar is a two-syllable name pronounced B AH0 SH AA1 R. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Bashar trending right now?

Bashar is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.