Sabirah
Sabirah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Patient, steadfast woman”.
| Meaning | Patient, steadfast woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صابرة |
| Pronunciation | SAH-bee-rah |
| Arabic root | ص ب ر (ṣ-b-r) — to be patient |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sabirah
Sabirah is the feminine of Ṣābir, 'patient'. Patience (ṣabr) is one of the most frequently praised virtues in the Quran, which describes the patient as being given their reward without measure. The final -h represents the Arabic feminine ending and is common in Malaysian and English spellings; Sabira is the usual form elsewhere.
Is Sabirah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sabirah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'patient woman'.
Is Sabirah in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Indeed, God is with the patient' (Quran 2:153).
Where is the name Sabirah used?
Used across South and Southeast Asia and in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Sabirah
- Sabirah name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Sabirah baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sabirah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sabirah mean?
Sabirah means 'Patient, steadfast woman'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sabirah a Muslim name?
Yes. Sabirah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'patient woman'.
How do you write Sabirah in Arabic?
Sabirah is written صابرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sabirah?
Sabirah is pronounced SAH-bee-rah.
Is Sabirah mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Indeed, God is with the patient' (Quran 2:153).