One who is observant, discerning, or wise.
Derived from the Arabic root b-s-r, Basir signifies the ability to see or perceive clearly. In Islamic tradition, Al-Basir is one of the 99 Names of Allah, representing the All-Seeing attribute. It conveys a sense of deep insight and intellectual or spiritual vision.
Less common today
Basir isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,796 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Kenyan cricketer
Renowned British-Pakistani poet