Zikra
Zikra is a Muslim girl name meaning “Remembrance, reminder”.
| Meaning | Remembrance, reminder |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ذكرى |
| Pronunciation | ZIK-rah |
| Arabic root | ذ ك ر (dh-k-r) — to remember, to mention |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zikra
Zikra is the South Asian and Malay spelling of the Arabic dhikrā, meaning remembrance or a reminder. It shares its root with dhikr, the remembrance of God. Speakers of Urdu, Persian and Malay pronounce the Arabic dhāl as z, which is why the name is spelled with a z outside the Arab world, where it is usually written Dhikra or Thikra.
Is Zikra a Muslim name?
Yes. Zikra is a Muslim name from the Arabic dhikrā, remembrance, a word used several times in the Quran.
Is Zikra in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'That is a reminder (dhikrā) for those who remember' (Quran 11:114).
Where is the name Zikra used?
Used in Pakistan, India, Malaysia and Indonesia as Zikra, and in the Gulf and Egypt as Dhikra or Zekra.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zikra mean?
Zikra means 'Remembrance, reminder'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zikra a Muslim name?
Yes. Zikra is a Muslim name from the Arabic dhikrā, remembrance, a word used several times in the Quran.
How do you write Zikra in Arabic?
Zikra is written ذكرى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zikra?
Zikra is pronounced ZIK-rah.
Is Zikra mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'That is a reminder (dhikrā) for those who remember' (Quran 11:114).