Kubra
Kubra is a Muslim girl name meaning “Greatest, eldest, senior”.
| Meaning | Greatest, eldest, senior |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | كبرى |
| Pronunciation | KOOB-rah |
| Arabic root | ك ب ر (k-b-r) — to be great, large |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kubra
Kubra (kubrā) is the feminine superlative 'greatest' or 'eldest'. It was traditionally added as a title to honoured women: Khadija is called Khadīja al-Kubrā, and the eldest daughter of Imam Husayn is known as Fāṭima al-Kubrā. From these titles it became a given name in its own right, especially in Turkey, Iran, Pakistan and India.
Is Kubra a Muslim name?
Yes. Kubra is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'the greatest', long used as an honorific for revered women such as Khadija al-Kubra.
Is Kubra in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'He certainly saw some of the greatest (al-kubrā) signs of his Lord' (Quran 53:18).
Where is the name Kubra used?
Popular in Turkey (Kübra), Iran (Kobra), Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kubra mean?
Kubra means 'Greatest, eldest, senior'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Kubra a Muslim name?
Yes. Kubra is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'the greatest', long used as an honorific for revered women such as Khadija al-Kubra.
How do you write Kubra in Arabic?
Kubra is written كبرى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kubra?
Kubra is pronounced KOOB-rah.
Is Kubra mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'He certainly saw some of the greatest (al-kubrā) signs of his Lord' (Quran 53:18).