Mitra
Mitra is a Muslim girl name of Persian (Old Iranian) origin, meaning “Friendship, covenant; the sun”.
| Meaning | Friendship, covenant; the sun |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian (Old Iranian) |
| Written as | میترا |
| Pronunciation | MEE-trah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Mitra
Mitra is how modern Persian renders Mithra, an ancient Iranian name meaning covenant or friendship. Before Islam, Mithra was associated in Iran with the sun and with light. Today Iranian parents like it as a girls' name because it sounds old and Persian, not because of any religious meaning. The name has no Arabic root, and its appeal is cultural rather than religious.
Is Mitra a Muslim name?
Mitra is not Arabic, but Iranian Muslims widely choose it to honour their Persian heritage; it is worth knowing that it comes from pre-Islamic Iranian tradition, and Maryam and Mira are similar-sounding Islamic choices.
How popular is Mitra?
Common in Iran and among Iranian families abroad, and known in Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Mitra
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Spellings and variants of Mitra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mitra mean?
Mitra means 'Friendship, covenant; the sun'. It is of Persian (Old Iranian) origin.
Is Mitra a Muslim name?
Mitra is not Arabic, but Iranian Muslims widely choose it to honour their Persian heritage; it is worth knowing that it comes from pre-Islamic Iranian tradition, and Maryam and Mira are similar-sounding Islamic choices.
How do you pronounce Mitra?
Mitra is pronounced MEE-trah.
Is Mitra a boy or girl name?
Mitra is usually a girl name.