Azra
Azra is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Maiden; pure”.
| Meaning | Maiden; pure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عذراء |
| Pronunciation | AZ-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Balkans, Turkey, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Azra
Azra is how Persian, Turkish and Urdu speakers pronounce the Arabic ʿAdhrāʾ, 'virgin' or 'maiden', with the dh sound becoming z. Muslims use al-ʿAdhrāʾ as a title of honour for Maryam, mother of Prophet ʿĪsā, which gives the name its gentle dignity. The name is especially loved in Bosnia, Turkey and Pakistan. It is not the same as the Hebrew name Ezra, which is a different name entirely.
Is Azra a Muslim name?
Azra comes from the Arabic ʿAdhrāʾ, meaning maiden, a title of Maryam, which makes it a Muslim name with a pure and gentle sense.
How popular is Azra?
It is very common in Bosnia and Turkey and is widely used in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Azra
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Spellings and variants of Azra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azra mean?
Azra means 'Maiden; pure'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Azra a Muslim name?
Azra comes from the Arabic ʿAdhrāʾ, meaning maiden, a title of Maryam, which makes it a Muslim name with a pure and gentle sense.
How do you pronounce Azra?
Azra is pronounced AZ-rah.
Is Azra a boy or girl name?
Azra is usually a girl name.