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Basir

/bah-SEER/

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Meaning

All-seeing, wise

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic Attribute of Allah

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic بصير
Urdu بصیر
Persian بصیر
Bengali বসির
Pashto بصیر
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Basir is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'All-seeing, wise', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Quranic culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Basir is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Basir comes from the Arabic root b-s-r, the same root behind Baseera and Basira, meaning "to see." Al-Basir (The All-Seeing) is one of the ninety-nine names of Allah.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic root ب-ص-ر (b-ṣ-r, 'to see'). Basir means 'all-seeing.'

Islamic Significance

Al-Basir is traditionally counted among the 99 Names of Allah.

Quranic Connection

Appears as a divine attribute in verses including 17:1 and 4:58.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world, with common variants including Basir and Baseer.