basharat

Basharat is a masculine given name used in South Asia and the wider Muslim world. In Urdu and Persian, it means “glad tidings” or “good news,” and it is often chosen for its positive connotations. The name is also found as a surname in some families.

Origins and linguistics: The word derives from the Arabic root b-sh-r, which relates to bearing or delivering news. The noun bashārah means “good news” or an announcement. In Persian and Urdu usage, Basharat preserves the same meaning, and the name is commonly transliterated as Basharat.

Usage and distribution: Basharat is widely used in Pakistan and India, particularly among Urdu-speaking communities, and is also found in Afghanistan and among diaspora communities in the Middle East and Europe. It is predominantly a male given name, though naming practices can vary by culture.

Variants and related names: A related feminine form is Bushra (also spelled Bushrah), meaning “good news.” Transliterations of Basharat vary, with spellings such as Basharat, Bashrat, or Bushrat appearing in different contexts.

See also: Bushra, Bushrah.