Bringer of glad tidings or good news
Derived from the Arabic root b-sh-r, Bashar refers to a person who conveys joyful news or positive messages. In Islamic tradition, it is a name that carries a sense of optimism and hope. It is distinct from the Arabic word for 'humanity' (bashar), though they share the same linguistic root.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
President of Syria
Lebanese swimmer
Bulgarian-American actor
Iraqi professional footballer
