Ishraq
Ishraq is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “Sunrise, radiance, illumination”.
| Meaning | Sunrise, radiance, illumination |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | إشراق |
| Pronunciation | ish-RAAK |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Bangladesh, Gulf States, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Ishraq
When the sun climbs above the horizon and floods the world with light, Arabic calls it ishrāq, and the same word can mean an inner, spiritual illumination. Muslims who pray the voluntary Ṣalāt al-Ishrāq do so a little after sunrise. The scholar al-Suhrawardī also borrowed the term for his school of 'illumination' philosophy. Arab families give it to girls, while South Asians use it for both sexes.
Is Ishraq a Muslim name?
Ishraq shares its name with a voluntary morning prayer, which makes it meaningful for Muslim parents. The Quran uses the word: 'We subjected the mountains to exalt Allah with him in the evening and after sunrise (al-ishrāq)' (Quran 38:18).
How popular is Ishraq?
Arab countries use it for girls, while Pakistan and Bangladesh use it for both boys and girls.
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Spellings and variants of Ishraq
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ishraq mean?
Ishraq means 'Sunrise, radiance, illumination'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ishraq a Muslim name?
Ishraq shares its name with a voluntary morning prayer, which makes it meaningful for Muslim parents. The Quran uses the word: 'We subjected the mountains to exalt Allah with him in the evening and after sunrise (al-ishrāq)' (Quran 38:18).
How do you pronounce Ishraq?
Ishraq is pronounced ish-RAAK.
Is Ishraq a boy or girl name?
Ishraq is used for both boys and girls.