Afraa
Afraa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “White with an earthy tint”.
| Meaning | White with an earthy tint |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عفراء |
| Pronunciation | af-RAA |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Iraq, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Afraa
Afraa is a spelling of Afra that shows the long vowel at its end. The root a-f-r relates to dust and earthy colours, and the word names a soft white with a sandy hue, a colour admired in gazelles. In early Islam, Afra bint Ubayd of the Ansar was mother to Muadh and Muawwidh, two young Companions who took part in the Battle of Badr.
Is Afraa a Muslim name?
Its link to Afra bint Ubayd of the Ansar gives the name its place in Muslim history.
How popular is Afraa?
Iraq, the Levant and the Gulf are where this spelling is mostly found.
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Spellings and variants of Afraa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afraa mean?
Afraa means 'White with an earthy tint'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Afraa a Muslim name?
Its link to Afra bint Ubayd of the Ansar gives the name its place in Muslim history.
How do you pronounce Afraa?
Afraa is pronounced af-RAA.
Is Afraa a boy or girl name?
Afraa is usually a girl name.