مشيرة

Mushira

girlArabic

Mushira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Counsellor, adviser”.

MeaningCounsellor, adviser
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingمشيرة
Pronunciationmoo-SHEE-rah
Arabic rootش و ر (sh-w-r) — consultation, advice
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Mushira

Mushira (Mushīra) is the feminine of mushīr, 'adviser' or 'counsellor', from the root that also gives shūrā, consultation. It is a familiar women's name in Egypt, borne for example by the diplomat Moushira Khattab. The Egyptian spelling Moushira reflects the local pronunciation.

Is Mushira a Muslim name?

Yes. Mushira is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning 'counsellor' or 'one who gives good advice'.

Where is the name Mushira used?

Mainly used in Egypt, and to a lesser extent in the Levant.

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Spellings and variants of Mushira

MoushiraMushirahMusheera

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mushira mean?

Mushira means 'Counsellor, adviser'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Mushira a Muslim name?

Yes. Mushira is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning 'counsellor' or 'one who gives good advice'.

How do you write Mushira in Arabic?

Mushira is written مشيرة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Mushira?

Mushira is pronounced moo-SHEE-rah.

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