Bushrah
Bushrah 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 bring good news |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bushrah
Bushrah is a spelling of Bushrā, the Arabic word for good news or glad tidings. The final h is added in English by analogy with other feminine names, although in Arabic the word ends in a long a. Bushra is one of the most popular Quranic names for girls in South Asia.
Is Bushrah a Muslim name?
Yes. Bushrah is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic word bushrā, good news.
Is Bushrah in the Quran?
'For them are good tidings (al-bushrā) in the worldly life and in the Hereafter' (Quran 10:64).
Where is the name Bushrah used?
Popular in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, and among English-speaking Muslims.
Gifts with the name Bushrah
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Spellings and variants of Bushrah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bushrah mean?
Bushrah means 'Good news, glad tidings'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Bushrah a Muslim name?
Yes. Bushrah is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic word bushrā, good news.
How do you write Bushrah in Arabic?
Bushrah is written بشرى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bushrah?
Bushrah is pronounced BOOSH-rah.
Is Bushrah mentioned in the Quran?
'For them are good tidings (al-bushrā) in the worldly life and in the Hereafter' (Quran 10:64).