Ashura — Islamic Name Meaning
Ashura
عاشوراء
👩 Girl's Name
Swahili Origin
Born during Ashura
Meaning in 7 Languages
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Ashura | Born during Ashura |
| العربية | عاشوراء | ولدت في عاشوراء |
| Türkçe | Aşure | Aşure gününde doğan |
| Bahasa Indonesia | Ashura | Lahir saat Asyura |
| اردو | عاشورہ | عاشورہ میں پیدا ہونے والی |
| فارسی | عاشورا | متولد عاشورا |
| Français | Achoura | Née pendant l'Achoura |
Origin
Swahili
Gender
👩 Girl
Popular in
🇹🇿 Tanzania 🇰🇪 Kenya
Islamic Significance
The name Ashura, meaning "Born during Ashura", reflects the Islamic tradition of choosing names with beautiful and meaningful attributes. Muslims believe that a good name can positively influence a person's character and destiny.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ashura mean in Islam?
Ashura (عاشوراء) means "Born during Ashura" in Arabic. It is a girl's name of Swahili origin.
Is Ashura a Quranic name?
Ashura is not directly mentioned in the Quran, but it is a well-established Islamic name with a beautiful meaning rooted in Arabic language and Islamic culture.
How do you write Ashura in Arabic?
Ashura is written as عاشوراء in Arabic script. In Turkish it is written as Aşure, and in Urdu as عاشورہ.
What are variants of the name Ashura?
Ashura is typically spelled the same way across most countries.
Is Ashura a popular name?
Yes, Ashura is popular in Tanzania, Kenya and many other Muslim communities worldwide.