Shukurat
Shukurat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gratitude, thankfulness”.
| Meaning | Gratitude, thankfulness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yoruba, from Arabic shukr |
| Arabic spelling | شكر |
| Pronunciation | shoo-KOO-raht |
| Arabic root | ش ك ر (sh-k-r) — gratitude |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Shukurat
Shukurat is a Yoruba girl's name built on Arabic shukr, 'gratitude', with an extra vowel and the feminine -at ending. It is given as thanks to God for the child. The same root appears in the boys' name Shakur and the girls' name Shakira.
Is Shukurat a Muslim name?
Yes. Shukurat is a Muslim name used by Yoruba Muslims, from shukr, gratitude to God.
Is Shukurat in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'If you are grateful (shakartum), I will surely increase you' (Quran 14:7).
Where is the name Shukurat used?
Common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shukurat mean?
Shukurat means 'Gratitude, thankfulness'. It comes from Yoruba, from Arabic shukr.
Is Shukurat a Muslim name?
Yes. Shukurat is a Muslim name used by Yoruba Muslims, from shukr, gratitude to God.
How do you write Shukurat in Arabic?
Shukurat is written شكر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shukurat?
Shukurat is pronounced shoo-KOO-raht.
Is Shukurat mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'If you are grateful (shakartum), I will surely increase you' (Quran 14:7).