Ourida
Ourida is a Muslim girl name meaning “Little rose”.
| Meaning | Little rose |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Algerian diminutive |
| Arabic spelling | وريدة |
| Pronunciation | oo-REE-dah |
| Arabic root | و ر د (w-r-d) — rose, flower |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ourida
Ourida is the Algerian spelling of Wrīda, a diminutive of Warda, the Arabic word for rose. The French 'ou' stands for the Arabic w at the start of the name. Diminutive forms like this, meaning 'little rose', are a hallmark of Algerian and especially Kabyle naming, and Ourida was very common among women born in the mid-twentieth century.
Is Ourida a Muslim name?
Yes. Ourida is a North African Muslim name, a diminutive of the Arabic Warda (rose).
Where is the name Ourida used?
Mostly Algerian, especially in Kabylie and among older generations of the Algerian diaspora in France.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ourida mean?
Ourida means 'Little rose'. It comes from Arabic, Algerian diminutive.
Is Ourida a Muslim name?
Yes. Ourida is a North African Muslim name, a diminutive of the Arabic Warda (rose).
How do you write Ourida in Arabic?
Ourida is written وريدة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ourida?
Ourida is pronounced oo-REE-dah.