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Shuara

/shoo-ah-RAH/

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Meaning

Poets; A Surah

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic شعرة
Urdu شعرا
Persian شورا
Turkish Şuara
Bengali শুয়ারা
Pashto شورا

Alternate Spellings

Graceful and timeless, the name Shuara is a beautiful choice for a baby girl. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Poets; A Surah', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Shuara is the Arabic word for "poets." Surah Ash-Shu'ara (26) is named for this word.

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Etymology

The plural of sha'ir, from the Arabic root ش-ع-ر (sh-ʿ-r, 'to know, perceive'). Shu'ara means 'poets.'

Islamic Significance

Surah 26, 'Ash-Shu'ara' ('The Poets'), addresses the relationship between poetry, revelation, and truth.

Quranic Connection

Surah 26, especially its closing verses (224-227).

Cultural / Regional Usage

A less commonly used given name, found across various Muslim-majority regions.