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BushraIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Good news, glad tidings

Pronunciation: BOO-shrah

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Name
Bushra
Meaning
Good news, glad tidings
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
BOO-shrah
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Bushra mean?

Bushra is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Good news". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: BOO-shrah. Lucky number: 1. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

بشری

بشری کا مطلب اچھے خبار، خوشی کی خبریں ہیں

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

بشارة

بشارة تعني الخير و الفرح و النبأ السعيد

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

BOO-shrah

IPA

/ˈbuʃrɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Bushra is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Good news. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

YellowGold

Lucky Stone

Citrine

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Indicates a strong will, determination, and the ability to overcome challenges

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = LoyalD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

In Islamic tradition, Bushra is a name that is connected to the concept of Baraka, or divine blessings. It is believed to bring good fortune and happiness to those who bear it.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Bushra holds deep significance in various Islamic cultures, particularly when a child is born with this name. It is believed that the name Bushra brings blessings and good fortune to the child and their family. This name is often given to babies who are born under auspicious circumstances, such as during Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha, or when a family experiences a significant turning point in their lives.
In the spiritual sense, the name Bushra serves as a reminder of the blessings and mercy of Allah. It conveys the hope that the bearer of this name will always receive good news and that their lives will be filled with joy and prosperity. Bushra is also associated with the concept of Al-Fatha, the Opening, the first Chapter of the Quran. In this sense, carrying the name Bushra signifies being open to God's guidance and mercy.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Bushra bint Abi Bakr was the wife of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and is known for her beautiful smile and her generosity.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Bushra

Good news, glad tidings

🇵🇰Urdu

بشری

بشری کا مطلب اچھے خبار، خوشی کی خبریں ہیں

🇸🇦Arabic

بشارة

بشارة تعني الخير و الفرح و النبأ السعيد

🇮🇳Hindi

बुशरा

बुशरा का अर्थ है अच्छी खबर, खुशी की खबर

🇦🇫Pashto

بشيره

بشيره د ښه خبرې، خوښۍ خبرې معنی لري

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Knowledge Graph

Connected entities and semantic relationships

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Religion
IslamMonotheistic Abrahamic religion based on the Quran
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Language
ArabicSemitic language of the Arab world and the Quran
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Language
UrduIndo-Aryan language of Pakistan and parts of India
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Language
EnglishGermanic language originating in England, now global lingua franca
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Country
Saudi ArabiaMiddle Eastern country, birthplace of Islam
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Country
EgyptNorth African country with Arabic and ancient Egyptian naming traditions
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Quranic
QuranThe central religious text of Islam
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Culture
Islamic CultureThe cultural traditions of Muslim societies worldwide
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