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ZehraIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Shadow, radiant light

Pronunciation: ZAY-hrah

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Name
Zehra
Meaning
Shadow, radiant light
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ZAY-hrah
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Zehra mean?

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

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

زہرا

زہرا کا مطلب ہے خوبصورت زہرہ، ایک پھول کا نام

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

زهراء

زهراء تعني الزهرة الجميلة جدا في اللغة العربية

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ZAY-hrah

IPA

/ˈzeɪhrɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GoldSilverMoonlight

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A number of harmony, balance, and love.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustV

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Refers to the believer's spiritual shadow, a metaphor for their righteous deeds following them.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Zehra holds cultural significance in the Middle Eastern region, especially among Muslim communities. It is a popular name among both genders in some countries, but it is more commonly given to girls. The name Zehra evokes images of grace, beauty, and strength – a shadow that shelter and protect while also representing mystery and charm. The name can serve as a reminder of the comfort and protection that a loving community can provide.
Spiritually, the name Zehra holds profound meaning for Muslims. As mentioned in Islamic tradition, Zehra was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), and her name is mentioned in the Quran. She is often referred to as "Ummul Muman" or the Mother of Believers. Her dark complexion is a reminder of the divine beauty that transcends human understandings and is a testament to the diversity and unity within the Islamic community. The name Zehra also evokes the idea of being a source of comfort and protection, much like how a shadow provides shade and shelter from the heat of the sun. It serves as a reminder to strive for spiritual growth and be a source of refuge and guidance to those around us.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that In Islamic tradition, Zehra is the name of the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. The name Zehra carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Zehra TevfikZehra Arslan

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Zehra

Beautiful flower, shining light, lovely blossom

🇵🇰Urdu

زہرا

زہرا کا مطلب ہے خوبصورت زہرہ، ایک پھول کا نام

🇸🇦Arabic

زهراء

زهراء تعني الزهرة الجميلة جدا في اللغة العربية

🇮🇳Hindi

ज़हरा

ज़हरा का अर्थ है सुंदर फूल, जो बहुत ही प्यारा होता है

🇦🇫Pashto

زهرا

زهرا د ښکلې ګل معنی لري، په پښتو کې ډیر ښکلی نوم

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