Nayyirah
Nayyirah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Luminous, brilliant”.
| Meaning | Luminous, brilliant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نيرة |
| Pronunciation | nai-YEE-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Nayyirah
Nayyirah is Nayyira written with a final h for the Arabic feminine ending. The meaning is bright and luminous, from the root n-w-r that also gives nūr, light. The spelling is a favourite among English-speaking Muslim families, notably in South Africa, Britain and North America, who want the written name to reflect the Arabic. Nayera, Nayeera and Naira are related forms.
Is Nayyirah a Muslim name?
Nayyirah is the same Arabic name as Nayyira, chosen by Muslim parents for its meaning of light.
How popular is Nayyirah?
Nayyirah is used mainly by diaspora families who write the name in English.
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Spellings and variants of Nayyirah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nayyirah mean?
Nayyirah means 'Luminous, brilliant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nayyirah a Muslim name?
Nayyirah is the same Arabic name as Nayyira, chosen by Muslim parents for its meaning of light.
How do you pronounce Nayyirah?
Nayyirah is pronounced nai-YEE-rah.
Is Nayyirah a boy or girl name?
Nayyirah is usually a girl name.