Nayyira
Nayyira is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Luminous, shining, radiant”.
| Meaning | Luminous, shining, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نيرة |
| Pronunciation | nai-YEE-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Nayyira
Nayyira (nai-YEE-rah) is the feminine of nayyir, a word for anything bright and shining. It grows from the root n-w-r, which gives nūr, light. Arabic even has a special word, al-nayyirān, 'the two luminaries', for the sun and the moon together. The name is found in Egypt, the Levant and South Asia, and it appears in many spellings, including Nayera, Nayeera and Naira.
Is Nayyira a Muslim name?
Nayyira is an Arabic name meaning luminous, sharing its root with nūr, light, and Muslim families like it for its bright sense.
How popular is Nayyira?
Nayyira is used in Egypt, the Levant and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nayyira mean?
Nayyira means 'Luminous, shining, radiant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nayyira a Muslim name?
Nayyira is an Arabic name meaning luminous, sharing its root with nūr, light, and Muslim families like it for its bright sense.
How do you pronounce Nayyira?
Nayyira is pronounced nai-YEE-rah.
Is Nayyira a boy or girl name?
Nayyira is usually a girl name.