Zumra
Zumra is a Muslim girl name meaning “Group, company, community”.
| Meaning | Group, company, community |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish form |
| Arabic spelling | زمرة |
| Pronunciation | ZOOM-rah |
| Arabic root | ز م ر (z-m-r) — group, company |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zumra
Zumra (Turkish Zümra) comes from the Arabic zumra, a group or company of people. The plural zumar gives its name to Surat al-Zumar, which describes the righteous being led to Paradise in groups. It is a popular girl's name in Turkey; it is sometimes confused with zümrüt, 'emerald', but the two are different words.
Is Zumra a Muslim name?
Yes. Zumra (Zümra) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, connected to Surat al-Zumar in the Quran.
Is Zumra in the Quran?
The plural zumar (groups) is the title of Surat al-Zumar, the 39th chapter of the Quran.
Where is the name Zumra used?
Popular in Turkey as Zümra, and used in the Balkans and among Turkish communities in Europe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zumra mean?
Zumra means 'Group, company, community'. It comes from Arabic, Turkish form.
Is Zumra a Muslim name?
Yes. Zumra (Zümra) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, connected to Surat al-Zumar in the Quran.
How do you write Zumra in Arabic?
Zumra is written زمرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zumra?
Zumra is pronounced ZOOM-rah.
Is Zumra mentioned in the Quran?
The plural zumar (groups) is the title of Surat al-Zumar, the 39th chapter of the Quran.