Asra is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has its roots in multiple cultures and carries various associations. The name Asra originated from Persian (Farsi), Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian, Indonesian/Malay, Turkish, Indian (Hindi), and Arabic languages. In Persian (Farsi), it is pronounced as AHZ-rah (/æs.ɾæ/), while in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian, Indonesian/Malay, Turkish, and Hindi, it is pronounced as AHZ-rah (/âs.ra/). In Arabic, the pronunciation is AHZ-rah (/ʔas.ra/). A variation of this name is Azra.
Asra holds moderate popularity in the United States, with a consistent number of newborns being given this name over the years. In recent years, it has ranked between 2972 to 6657 in terms of occurrence. This name has gained attention for its uniqueness and cultural significance. Whether you are drawn to the Middle Eastern origins or simply love the sound of it, Asra would make an enchanting choice for your little one.
Asra Quratulain Nomani is an Indian American author and former correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, known for her work on the Pearl Project investigating the murder of her colleague Daniel Pearl. |