Bushra
Bushra is a Muslim girl name meaning “Good news, glad tidings”.
| Meaning | Good news, glad tidings |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | بشرى |
| Pronunciation | BOOSH-rah |
| Arabic root | ب ش ر (b-sh-r) — to give good news |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bushra
Bushra (Bushrā) means good news or glad tidings. It is a Quranic word, used for the good news given to the believers and in the story of Prophet Yūsuf, when the traveller who found him in the well cried out 'Good news!'. It is one of the most widely used girls' names in Pakistan and is popular across the Arab world.
Is Bushra a Muslim name?
Yes. Bushra is a Muslim name of Arabic origin and a Quranic word meaning glad tidings.
Is Bushra in the Quran?
In the story of Yusuf the traveller says: 'Good news! Here is a boy' (Quran 12:19).
Where is the name Bushra used?
Used throughout the Muslim world, especially in Pakistan, India, the Arab world and Turkey (Büşra).
Gifts with the name Bushra
- Bushra name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Bushra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bushra mean?
Bushra means 'Good news, glad tidings'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Bushra a Muslim name?
Yes. Bushra is a Muslim name of Arabic origin and a Quranic word meaning glad tidings.
How do you write Bushra in Arabic?
Bushra is written بشرى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bushra?
Bushra is pronounced BOOSH-rah.
Is Bushra mentioned in the Quran?
In the story of Yusuf the traveller says: 'Good news! Here is a boy' (Quran 12:19).