"one who resurrects, gathers on judgment day"
Hashir
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A meaningful Arabic name from the divine attribute of gathering
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Hashir comes from the Arabic root 'hashr' meaning to gather, assemble, or resurrect. In Islamic theology, 'Al-Hashr' refers to the Day of Gathering — the Day of Judgment when all souls are assembled. The name carries profound spiritual significance, evoking one who brings people together or one who will be among the gathered on that sacred day.
Hashir is a popular name in Pakistan and among South Asian Muslim communities worldwide. It is less common in Arab countries but has gained traction in diaspora communities seeking names that are distinctly Muslim while not overly common.
In Islamic tradition, Al-Hashir (The Gatherer) is one of the 99 names of Allah. Naming a child Hashir is seen as invoking this divine attribute in a human form, reflecting the hope that the child will be a unifying force.
Historical Record
Hashir first appeared in US Social Security records in 1998.
Over 439 babies have been named Hashir in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hashir is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,907 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Al-Hashir (The Gatherer) appears in traditional Islamic lists of the 99 Names of Allah
- The Surah Al-Hashr is the 59th chapter of the Quran, named after the concept of gathering
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Famous People Named Hashir
Hashir Taimur
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2005
Pakistani child actor known for roles in Pakistani television dramas
Hashir Khan
Athlete
1998
Pakistani cricketer who has played domestic cricket
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,907
- Total SSA Count
- 28
- Cultural Origins
- Pakistani Muslim Arabic South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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About the Name Hashir
Hashir is a boy name with Pakistani, Muslim, Arabic, and South Asian origins . The name means "one who resurrects, gathers on judgment day" in Arabic .
Hashir is currently ranked #3,907 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Hashir has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Hashir include Hash. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hashir include Hashim, Hashem . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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