Zahraa
Zahraa is a Muslim girl name meaning “The radiant one, luminous”.
| Meaning | The radiant one, luminous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زهراء |
| Pronunciation | zah-RAH |
| Arabic root | ز ه ر (z-h-r) — to shine, to blossom |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zahraa
Zahraa is a spelling that keeps the long final vowel of Arabic al-Zahrāʾ, the title of Fatima, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The double a marks the stressed long ending that is clearly heard in Iraqi, Gulf and Lebanese speech. It is especially favoured among Shia families, for whom Fatima al-Zahrāʾ holds a central place.
Is Zahraa a Muslim name?
Yes. Zahraa is a Muslim name, the fuller spelling of al-Zahrāʾ, the title of Fatima, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Zahraa used?
Very common in Iraq, Lebanon, Bahrain and Kuwait, and among Shia families generally.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zahraa mean?
Zahraa means 'The radiant one, luminous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zahraa a Muslim name?
Yes. Zahraa is a Muslim name, the fuller spelling of al-Zahrāʾ, the title of Fatima, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Zahraa in Arabic?
Zahraa is written زهراء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zahraa?
Zahraa is pronounced zah-RAH.