Israa
Meaning of Israa
Israa is a beautiful and meaningful name for a baby girl. It has its origins in the Arabic language and is pronounced as is-RAH (/ɪsˈrɑː/). The name Israa holds strong associations with the word "nocturnal journey" or "night journey" in Arabic, which refers to the miraculous journey of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Jerusalem and then to the heavens. This name carries a sense of spirituality and significance. Despite being less common, Israa has gained popularity in recent years in the United States of America, ranking around 5000th in terms of occurrence. It is a unique choice that will undoubtedly make your daughter stand out.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as is-RAH (/ɪsˈrɑː/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Israa
| Israa al-Ghomgham is a prominent Saudi Arabian human rights advocate known for documenting the 2017–18 Qatif unrest. |
| Israa Al Seblani is a Lebanese-American physician and endocrinologist who gained attention after surviving the 2020 Beirut explosion while having her bridal portraits taken. |
