Sura
Sura is a Muslim girl name meaning “Night journey, travel by night”.
| Meaning | Night journey, travel by night |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سرى |
| Pronunciation | SOO-rah |
| Arabic root | س ر ي (s-r-y) — to travel by night |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sura
Sura (Surā) in Iraq usually means travel by night, from the same root as Isra. It is a popular girl's name in Iraq, sometimes written Sura or Soura in English, and should not be confused with sūra, a chapter of the Quran, which is spelled differently in Arabic. The meaning evokes the Prophet's ﷺ night journey.
Is Sura a Muslim name?
Yes. Sura is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, related to the Prophet's ﷺ night journey.
Is Sura in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran: 'Exalted is He who took His servant by night' (Quran 17:1).
Where is the name Sura used?
Common for girls in Iraq.
Gifts with the name Sura
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Spellings and variants of Sura
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sura mean?
Sura means 'Night journey, travel by night'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sura a Muslim name?
Yes. Sura is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, related to the Prophet's ﷺ night journey.
How do you write Sura in Arabic?
Sura is written سرى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sura?
Sura is pronounced SOO-rah.
Is Sura mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran: 'Exalted is He who took His servant by night' (Quran 17:1).