Zarqa
Zarqa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Blue; blue-eyed”.
| Meaning | Blue; blue-eyed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زرقاء |
| Pronunciation | ZAR-qaa |
| Arabic root | ز ر ق (z-r-q) — to be blue |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zarqa
Zarqa is the feminine of azraq, 'blue', and as a name refers to someone with blue eyes. It is famous through Zarqāʾ al-Yamāma, a legendary woman of pre-Islamic Arabia said to see riders three days' journey away. Zarqa is also the name of a major city in Jordan.
Is Zarqa a Muslim name?
Yes. Zarqa is of Arabic origin and used by Muslim families, especially in Pakistan, though it is less common in the Arab world today.
Where is the name Zarqa used?
Used mainly in Pakistan and occasionally in the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Zarqa
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Spellings and variants of Zarqa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zarqa mean?
Zarqa means 'Blue; blue-eyed'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zarqa a Muslim name?
Yes. Zarqa is of Arabic origin and used by Muslim families, especially in Pakistan, though it is less common in the Arab world today.
How do you write Zarqa in Arabic?
Zarqa is written زرقاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zarqa?
Zarqa is pronounced ZAR-qaa.