Iqra Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationIK-rah / /ˈɪk.rə/Arabic
Meaning
Arabic: to read; to recite
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Iqra is significant as it is the first word revealed to the Prophet Muhammad in the Quran, emphasizing the importance of reading and knowledge. The name is often associated with education and enlightenment in Islamic tradition.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Iqrah
- Ikra
International Variants
- Iqra (Arabic)
- Ikra (Turkish)
Famous people named Iqra
Iqra Aziz — Pakistani actress.
Iqra Nizam — Indian activist.
Fictional characters named Iqra
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Iqra was first seen in the United States in 1990. Iqra has ranked as high as #1223 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Minnesota, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Iqra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Iqra (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 22 | |
| NY | 18 | |
| VA | 18 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| MN | 8 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 48 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 61 |
| 2015 | 60 |
| 2016 | 65 |
| 2017 | 61 |
| 2018 | 68 |
| 2019 | 77 |
| 2020 | 73 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 111 |
| 2023 | 128 |
| 2024 | 137 |