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Istabraq

/is-tab-RAQ/

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Meaning

Brocade, rich silk

Linguistic Origin

Persian

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic استبرق
Urdu استبراق
Persian استراق
Turkish İstabrak
Bengali ইস্তাব্রাক
Pashto استبراق
Istabraq is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Quranic roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Brocade, rich silk', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Istabraq, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Istabraq is the Quranic word for a thick, rich silk brocade, named alongside the lighter silk "sundus" as garments worn by the people of Paradise (18:31, 44:53, 76:21).

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Etymology

A Persian loanword into Arabic referring to thick, rich brocade silk.

Islamic Significance

Described in the Quran as the fine fabric worn by the people of Paradise.

Quranic Connection

Appears in Quran 55:54 and 76:21.

Cultural / Regional Usage

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