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Nadra

/NAD-rah/

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Meaning

Radiance, bloom

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic نادرة
Urdu نادرا
Persian نادرا
Bengali নাদরা
Pashto نادرا

Alternate Spellings

Nadra is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Quranic roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Radiance, bloom', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Nadra comes from the Arabic root n-d-r, distinct from the "rare" root behind Naadir. The Quran (76:11) uses this word describing the reward of Paradise: "He will give them radiance (nadrah) and happiness."

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ن-ض-ر (n-ḍ-r, 'to be radiant, flourishing'). Nadra means 'radiance, bloom.'

Islamic Significance

The Quran describes the righteous in Paradise as having faces marked with nadra (radiance).

Quranic Connection

Appears in Quran 76:11 and 83:24.

Cultural / Regional Usage

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