Azra
Meaning of Azra
The name Azra is a beautiful and culturally rich choice for a baby girl. It has origins in several languages, including Turkish, Bosnian, Hebrew, Urdu, and Arabic. The name is pronounced slightly differently depending on the language; in Turkish, it is pronounced as AHZ-rah (/aʒˈɾah/), while in Bosnian, Hebrew, Urdu, and Arabic it is generally pronounced as AZ-rah or AZ-ruh (/ˈazra/, /əzrə/, /ˈæzrə/). Azra carries the meaning of "pure" or "virgin" in Arabic and has similar connotations across other cultures. This timeless name has been gaining popularity steadily in the United States over recent decades. For example, it ranked 2,774th with 61 occurrences in 2023. Variations of the name include Azrah. With its elegant sound and profound meaning, Azra is an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that embodies purity and cultural depth.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as AHZ-rah (/aʒˈɾah/)
Bosnian,Hebrew
- Pronunced as AZ-rah (/ˈazra/)
Urdu
- Pronunced as AZ-rah (/əzrə/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as AZ-ruh (/ˈæzrə/)
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Notable People Named Azra
| Azra Erhat was a prominent Turkish author, archaeologist, and translator known for her contributions to Turkish Humanism and her translations of classical Greek literature. |
| Azra Sherwani was a Pakistani television actress known for her versatile roles in popular shows such as Uncle Urfi, Aangan Terha, Tanhaiyaan, and Dhoop Kinarey. |
| Azra Meadows is a Scottish lecturer of Pakistani descent, known for her extensive work in environmental, cultural, and educational projects in Scotland and Pakistan. |
| Azra Dewan is a South African rhythmic gymnast who competed at the 2018 Youth Olympics and has won multiple medals at the African Championships. |
| Azra Mansoor is a Pakistani actress and radio artist with a career spanning five decades, known for her roles in television series like Ankahi, Sunehray Din, Alif Allah Aur Insaan, Khamoshi, Paristan, and the film Bin Roye. |
