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DurraIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Light, Glowing, Bright

Pronunciation: DOOR-rah

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Name
Durra
Meaning
Light, Glowing, Bright
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
DOOR-rah
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Durra mean?

Durra is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Light". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: DOOR-rah. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

درہ

لوتی جو بہت مہنگی ہو

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

درة

اللؤلؤة أو الجوهرة الثمينة جدا

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

DOOR-rah

IPA

/ˈdʊrɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

YellowGold

Lucky Stone

Citrine

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: A creative, artistic, and highly sensitive individual

Personality

Personality Traits

IntelligentBraveCreativeMysticalDeepWise

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of enlightenment and inner guidance

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Durra has a rich cultural significance in the Islamic world, with it being a popular name for girls. Durra means "a precious gem," symbolizing beauty, value, and rarity. In Middle Eastern cultures, gems are highly regarded for their worth, making the name an exalted one. The name is also associated with the Prophet Muhammad's daughter, Fatima bint Muhammad, who was given the nickname "Durra al-Baqarah" or "the spotless pearl."
In the spiritual context, the name Durra signifies the light of faith that shines through the darkness. It represents the divine guidance and wisdom that one can draw from the Quran, which is often compared to a beacon or gem shining in the dark. The name is a reminder of the priceless virtue of faith and the spiritual enlightenment it brings. Jews also associate the word 'dura' with the stone of the foundation, which further emphasizes the sense of stability and strength associated with this name.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Durra carried significant weight in that era.

Throughout Islamic history

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Durra

Precious pearl or gem

🇵🇰Urdu

درہ

لوتی جو بہت مہنگی ہو

🇸🇦Arabic

درة

اللؤلؤة أو الجوهرة الثمينة جدا

🇮🇳Hindi

दुर्रा

बहुत ही कीमती मोती

🇦🇫Pashto

دره

ډیر قیمتي موتی

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