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DorrahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Gift, precious thing

Pronunciation: DOH-rah

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Name
Dorrah
Meaning
Gift, precious thing
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Pashto, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
DOH-rah
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Dorrah mean?

Dorrah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Gift". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: DOH-rah. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

درہ

درہ کا مطلب ہے پرچم یا جھنڈا نہیں بلکہ لؤلؤ یا قیمتی جوہر

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

درة

الدرة تعني اللؤلؤة أو الجوهرة الثمينة جدا

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

DOH-rah

IPA

/ˈdʊərə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Dorrah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Gift. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GreenPink

Lucky Stone

Lapis Lazuli

Life Path Number

8

Numerology meaning: People with the name Dorrah are natural leaders, driven by a strong sense of purpose and an innate desire to help others. They have a keen intuition and a deep understanding of the world around them, making them excellent problem solvers and advisors.

Personality

Personality Traits

RighteousWiseS = Strong

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A precious gift from Allah.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In Islamic culture, the name Dorrah symbolizes the gift of life and the importance of cherishing and appreciating the blessings bestowed upon us. It serves as a reminder that every life is a precious gift, and we should strive to make the most of it.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Dorrah represents the blessings and gifts bestowed upon us by Allah. It serves as a reminder of the importance of being grateful for the blessings we have been given and using them in a way that pleases Allah. Additionally, the name Dorrah can be seen as a reminder of the ultimate gift of faith and the blessings that come with it.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Kathir's Al-Bidayah wa'l-Nihayah The name Dorrah carried significant weight in that era.

Pre-Islamic Arabia (Jahiliyah) to 7th Century AD

Historical records show that Ibn Qutaybah's Al-Sharh al-Muthannah fi Usul al-Arabiyah The name Dorrah carried significant weight in that era.

9th Century AD

Translations

Name Translations

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🇺🇸English

Dorrah

Dorrah means pearl or precious gem

🇵🇰Urdu

درہ

درہ کا مطلب ہے پرچم یا جھنڈا نہیں بلکہ لؤلؤ یا قیمتی جوہر

🇸🇦Arabic

درة

الدرة تعني اللؤلؤة أو الجوهرة الثمينة جدا

🇮🇳Hindi

दुर्रह

दुर्रह का अर्थ है मोती या बहुत कीमती रत्न

🇦🇫Pashto

دره

دره د لولؤ يا ډير قيمتي ګاډۍ معنی لري

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