درة

Durrah

girlArabic

Durrah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pearl”.

MeaningPearl
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingدرة
PronunciationDUR-rah
Arabic rootد ر ر (d-r-r) — pearls
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Durrah

Durrah is a spelling of Arabic durra with the final -h marking the tāʾ marbūṭa. The word means a single large pearl and is used figuratively for something unique and treasured. It was the name of Durra bint Abī Lahab, who accepted Islam and narrated hadith.

Is Durrah a Muslim name?

Yes. Durrah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning pearl, borne by a female Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.

Where is the name Durrah used?

Used in the Gulf and Levant; this spelling is popular in English-speaking Muslim communities.

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Spellings and variants of Durrah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Durrah mean?

Durrah means 'Pearl'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Durrah a Muslim name?

Yes. Durrah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning pearl, borne by a female Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.

How do you write Durrah in Arabic?

Durrah is written درة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Durrah?

Durrah is pronounced DUR-rah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.