Badra
Badra is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Like the full moon”.
| Meaning | Like the full moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | بدرة |
| Pronunciation | BUD-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Badra
Badra serves as a female counterpart to Badr, the Arabic word for the full moon. In classical Arabic, badra also meant a large purse of money, an older sense now mostly forgotten. As a personal name, though, it is understood through its link with Badr and the moon's beauty and light. It is used less often than Badriyya, which is the more common feminine form, and Badrah is another spelling.
Is Badra a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Badra as a girls' name formed from Badr, the full moon.
How popular is Badra?
It is occasionally used in North Africa and the Gulf, where Badriyya is the more frequent feminine choice.
Gifts with the name Badra
- Badra name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Badra baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Badra
Names similar to Badra
More Muslim girl names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Badra mean?
Badra means 'Like the full moon'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Badra a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Badra as a girls' name formed from Badr, the full moon.
How do you pronounce Badra?
Badra is pronounced BUD-rah.
Is Badra a boy or girl name?
Badra is usually a girl name.