Azra
Azra is a Muslim girl name meaning “Virgin, maiden; pure”.
| Meaning | Virgin, maiden; pure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عذراء |
| Pronunciation | AZ-rah |
| Arabic root | ع ذ ر (ʿ-dh-r) — maidenhood |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Azra
Azra is the Persian, Turkish and Urdu pronunciation of ʿAdhrāʾ, 'virgin, maiden', where dh becomes z. In Islamic usage al-ʿAdhrāʾ is an epithet of Maryam, the mother of Prophet ʿĪsā. The name is especially popular in Bosnia, Turkey and Pakistan. It should not be confused with the Hebrew Ezra, which is a different name.
Is Azra a Muslim name?
Yes. Azra is a Muslim name from the Arabic ʿAdhrāʾ, meaning 'maiden', an epithet of Maryam.
Where is the name Azra used?
Very common in Bosnia and Turkey, and widely used in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Azra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azra mean?
Azra means 'Virgin, maiden; pure'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Azra a Muslim name?
Yes. Azra is a Muslim name from the Arabic ʿAdhrāʾ, meaning 'maiden', an epithet of Maryam.
How do you write Azra in Arabic?
Azra is written عذراء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Azra?
Azra is pronounced AZ-rah.