Bodour
Bodour is a Muslim girl name meaning “Full moons”.
| Meaning | Full moons |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | بدور |
| Pronunciation | bu-DOOR |
| Arabic root | ب د ر (b-d-r) — full moon |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bodour
Bodour (Budūr) is the plural of badr, 'full moon', and describes radiant beauty. It is familiar from the Thousand and One Nights, where Princess Budur is the heroine of the tale of Qamar al-Zaman. Today it is a popular name in the UAE, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, borne for example by Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi of Sharjah.
Is Bodour a Muslim name?
Yes. Bodour is an Arabic name used by Muslim families in the Gulf. It means 'full moons'.
Where is the name Bodour used?
Common in the UAE, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, and found in Egypt.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bodour mean?
Bodour means 'Full moons'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Bodour a Muslim name?
Yes. Bodour is an Arabic name used by Muslim families in the Gulf. It means 'full moons'.
How do you write Bodour in Arabic?
Bodour is written بدور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bodour?
Bodour is pronounced bu-DOOR.