Thurayya
Thurayya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “The Pleiades star cluster”.
| Meaning | The Pleiades star cluster |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ثريّا |
| Pronunciation | thu-RAY-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Levant, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Thurayya
Thurayya is a fuller rendering of al-Thurayyā, which English speakers call the Pleiades. Its doubled y mirrors the stressed, doubled consonant of the original Arabic, and it appeals to parents who like the classical spelling. Its root, th-r-w, is connected with abundance and wealth. Classical poets used the cluster as a symbol of height and beauty, and Persian and Urdu later borrowed the name, giving us Soraya and Suraiya.
Is Thurayya a Muslim name?
Muslim families choose Thurayya, the Arabic name of the Pleiades, for its starry beauty.
How popular is Thurayya?
It is used across the Arab world and by English-speaking Muslims who like the classical spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thurayya mean?
Thurayya means 'The Pleiades star cluster'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Thurayya a Muslim name?
Muslim families choose Thurayya, the Arabic name of the Pleiades, for its starry beauty.
How do you pronounce Thurayya?
Thurayya is pronounced thu-RAY-yah.
Is Thurayya a boy or girl name?
Thurayya is usually a girl name.