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QarahIslamic Unisex Arabic name meaning

Black, Dark

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːrɑː/

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Name
Qarah
Meaning
Black, Dark
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Unisex
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːrɑː/
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Unisex
Gender

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What does Qarah mean?

Qarah is a unisex name from Arabic origin meaning "Black". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːrɑː/. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

قرح

قرح کا مطلب ہے تعلیم یافتہ یا واقف شخص

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

قارح

أسم قارح يعني الطالب أو المتقن

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈkɑːrɑː/

IPA

/ˈkɑːrɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Qarah is listed as a islamic unisex name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Black. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BlackBlue

Lucky Stone

Lapis Lazuli

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A harmonious and caring person, a nurturer and healer

Personality

Personality Traits

PeacefulPassionateDeterminedBrave

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the journey towards spiritual enlightenment and the acceptance of the unknown

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In the Islamic world, black has long been a symbol of power, resilience, and resistance. The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is reported to have worn a black cloak and turban, making the color an essential part of Muslim identity, particularly for religious leaders and imams. The annual day of 'Ashura' is marked by Muslims around the world with mourning processions and fasting, wearing black as a sign of commemoration for the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali (as), a grandson of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).
Islam encourages humility and staying grounded. The color black, which signifies depth, mystery, and the cosmos, is often associated with these concepts. The deep, rich color is a reminder of the vastness of God's wisdom and infinite knowledge. Naming a child Qarah may be seen as a spiritual gift, representing the depth and nobility of the soul, encouraging the child to seek wisdom and knowledge to grow spiritually.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Qarah is mentioned in the book "The History of the Arabs" by Al-Tabari. The name Qarah carried significant weight in that era.

9th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Qarah

Qarah means learned or knowledgeable person

🇵🇰Urdu

قرح

قرح کا مطلب ہے تعلیم یافتہ یا واقف شخص

🇸🇦Arabic

قارح

أسم قارح يعني الطالب أو المتقن

🇮🇳Hindi

करह

करह का अर्थ है शिक्षित व्यक्ति या ज्ञानवान व्यक्ति

🇦🇫Pashto

قرح

قرح دا مطلب دی لوغه یا پوهه اوښتی

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