Serap
Serap is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mirage”.
| Meaning | Mirage |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish, from Persian sarāb |
| Arabic spelling | سراب |
| Pronunciation | seh-RAHP |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Serap
Serap is the Turkish form of sarāb, a Persian word (also used in Arabic) for a mirage. Turkish naming often chose such poetic words, and Serap became a common girl's name in the twentieth century. The meaning is a shimmering vision on the horizon, used for its dreamy, beautiful image.
Is Serap a Muslim name?
Serap is used by Muslim families in Turkey. It is a poetic word name rather than an Islamic one; the Quran even uses sarāb as an image of something that deceives, so some families prefer another name.
Is Serap in the Quran?
The word sarāb appears in the Quran as an image of unbelievers' deeds, 'like a mirage in a lowland which a thirsty person thinks is water' (Quran 24:39).
Where is the name Serap used?
Common in Turkey, especially among women born before 1990.
Gifts with the name Serap
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Serap mean?
Serap means 'Mirage'. It comes from Turkish, from Persian sarāb.
Is Serap a Muslim name?
Serap is used by Muslim families in Turkey. It is a poetic word name rather than an Islamic one; the Quran even uses sarāb as an image of something that deceives, so some families prefer another name.
How do you write Serap in Arabic?
Serap is written سراب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Serap?
Serap is pronounced seh-RAHP.
Is Serap mentioned in the Quran?
The word sarāb appears in the Quran as an image of unbelievers' deeds, 'like a mirage in a lowland which a thirsty person thinks is water' (Quran 24:39).