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AmaraIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Long life and prosperity

Pronunciation: ah-MAH-rah

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Name
Amara
Meaning
Long life and prosperity
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ah-MAH-rah
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Amara mean?

Amara is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Long life and prosperity". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: ah-MAH-rah. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

امارہ

علامت یا نشانی جو کسی چیز کی طرف اشارہ کرتی ہے

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

أمارة

علامة أو دليل على شيء ما في اللغة العربية

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ah-MAH-rah

IPA

/ɑːˈmɑːrɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Amara is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Long life and prosperity. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

GoldPink

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: A free spirit who is always seeking new experiences. Innovative, artistic, and versatile, this name suggests a person who is passionate about creativity and self-expression.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousL = LoyalD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Amara is reminiscent of the Quranic concept of 'amar' (أمر), meaning 'to live a long and blessed life'

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The Islamic name Amara holds a significant cultural impact for Muslim communities, as it represents the aspirations of parents for their children to live long and prosperous lives. It suggests a sense of hope and optimism for the future. The name has been passed down through generations and carries the collective desires for happiness and contentment.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Amara can be seen as a reminder of Allah's promise of a rewards for the righteous. It reflects the trust and reliance on Allah's plan, as parents entrust their child's future to Allah's hands. The name can also be seen as a reflection of the parent's intention to raise their child with good values, for a peaceful and contented life in accordance with Islamic teachings.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Amara bint Abd al-Muttalib (d. 652 CE) The name Amara carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Amara

A sign or indication

🇵🇰Urdu

امارہ

علامت یا نشانی جو کسی چیز کی طرف اشارہ کرتی ہے

🇸🇦Arabic

أمارة

علامة أو دليل على شيء ما في اللغة العربية

🇮🇳Hindi

अमारा

एक चिह्न या निशान जो किसी वस्तु की ओर संकेत करता है

🇦🇫Pashto

اماره

نښه یا علامت چی یو شی ته اشاره کوي

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