Nadira
Nadira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Rare, precious, remarkable”.
| Meaning | Rare, precious, remarkable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نادرة |
| Pronunciation | NAH-dee-rah |
| Arabic root | ن د ر (n-d-r) — to be rare |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nadira
Nadira is the Arabic Nādira, 'rare, extraordinary', the feminine of Nādir. It describes something precious because it is seldom found. Nadira Begum, the Uzbek poet-queen of Kokand, made the name famous in Central Asia, where it is written Nodira, and it is also common in Pakistan, India and Indonesia.
Is Nadira a Muslim name?
Yes. Nadira is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning rare and precious.
Where is the name Nadira used?
Used in Central Asia, South Asia and Southeast Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nadira mean?
Nadira means 'Rare, precious, remarkable'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nadira a Muslim name?
Yes. Nadira is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning rare and precious.
How do you write Nadira in Arabic?
Nadira is written نادرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nadira?
Nadira is pronounced NAH-dee-rah.