meshari

Meshari, also transliterated Mishari or Mishary, is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. The name is used in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide. Because Arabic names are rendered into Latin script in different ways, spellings such as Mishari, Meshari, Mishary, and Mesary are common variants of the same name.

One widely known bearer is Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy (often shown as Mishari Al-Afasy), a Kuwaiti Qur’an reciter, imam, and nasheed artist who has gained international recognition for his melodic recitations and public performances. He has produced numerous audio and video recordings and maintains a substantial presence on multimedia platforms, contributing to the global reach of Qur’an recitation and Islamic vocal music.

The name Meshari is used by other individuals across the Arab world in various professions, including sports, academia, and entertainment. As with many Arabic given names, its use reflects cultural and regional naming practices, and transliteration into English continues to yield multiple spellings.

Overall, Meshari/Mishari/Mishary denotes a common Arabic male given name with limited single-source meaning beyond its linguistic and cultural background, and it is especially associated in international contexts with prominent quranic reciters such as Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy.