Balaraba
Balaraba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Born on Wednesday”.
| Meaning | Born on Wednesday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa, from Arabic al-arbiʿāʾ (Wednesday) |
| Pronunciation | bah-lah-RAH-bah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Balaraba
Balaraba is a Hausa name for a girl born on Wednesday, built on Laraba, the Hausa word for Wednesday, which comes from Arabic al-arbiʿāʾ. Larai is a shorter name with the same meaning. A well-known bearer is the Kano writer Balaraba Ramat Yakubu, a pioneer of Hausa popular fiction.
Is Balaraba a Muslim name?
Balaraba is a traditional Hausa name used by many Muslim families. It marks the day of birth rather than carrying a religious meaning.
Where is the name Balaraba used?
Common among Hausa Muslims in northern Nigeria.
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Spellings and variants of Balaraba
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Balaraba mean?
Balaraba means 'Born on Wednesday'. It comes from Hausa, from Arabic al-arbiʿāʾ (Wednesday).
Is Balaraba a Muslim name?
Balaraba is a traditional Hausa name used by many Muslim families. It marks the day of birth rather than carrying a religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Balaraba?
Balaraba is pronounced bah-lah-RAH-bah.