Jarrah
Jarrah is a Muslim boy name meaning “Surgeon, healer of wounds”.
| Meaning | Surgeon, healer of wounds |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جراح |
| Pronunciation | jar-RAAH |
| Arabic root | ج ر ح (j-r-ḥ) — to wound; to earn |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jarrah
Jarrah (Jarrāḥ) is the Arabic word for a surgeon, one who treats wounds. The name is honoured in Islamic history through Abu ʿUbayda ibn al-Jarrah, one of the ten Companions promised Paradise, whom the Prophet ﷺ called 'the trustworthy one of this nation'. Today it is used as a first name in the Gulf and Jordan.
Is Jarrah a Muslim name?
Yes. Jarrah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin. It is linked to the great Companion Abu ʿUbayda ibn al-Jarrah.
Where is the name Jarrah used?
Used in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Jordan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jarrah mean?
Jarrah means 'Surgeon, healer of wounds'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jarrah a Muslim name?
Yes. Jarrah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin. It is linked to the great Companion Abu ʿUbayda ibn al-Jarrah.
How do you write Jarrah in Arabic?
Jarrah is written جراح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jarrah?
Jarrah is pronounced jar-RAAH.