Qirat
Qirat is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Urdu usage origin, meaning “Recitation, especially of the Quran”.
| Meaning | Recitation, especially of the Quran |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu usage |
| Written as | قراءت |
| Pronunciation | kir-AHT |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Qirat
Qirat is the Urdu way of saying the Arabic qirāʾa, reading or recitation, the word used for the skill of chanting the Quran aloud and for its accepted readings. In Pakistan and India parents have adopted it as a fresh name for girls, chosen for its tie to the Quran. It shares a root, meaning to read or recite, with Qurʾān and Qari, and it is also spelled Qirath or Qiraat.
Is Qirat a Muslim name?
Qirat is drawn from the Arabic term for reciting the Quran, and Muslim families, chiefly in Pakistan and India, give it to daughters.
How popular is Qirat?
Qirat is a modern name popular among Urdu-speaking Muslims in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Qirat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qirat mean?
Qirat means 'Recitation, especially of the Quran'. It is of Arabic, Urdu usage origin.
Is Qirat a Muslim name?
Qirat is drawn from the Arabic term for reciting the Quran, and Muslim families, chiefly in Pakistan and India, give it to daughters.
How do you pronounce Qirat?
Qirat is pronounced kir-AHT.
Is Qirat a boy or girl name?
Qirat is usually a girl name.