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Meaning

Pearl

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic دور
Urdu دور
Persian دور
Turkish sΓΌre
Bengali দূর
Pashto دور

Alternate Spellings

Capturing elegance and depth, Dur stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Pearl', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Dur has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Dur is a classical Arabic word for "pearl."

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic Ψ―Ψ± (durr), 'pearl(s).'

Islamic Significance

Precious things appear in the Quran among the signs of the two seas: from both of them emerge pearl and coral (55:22).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.