Asra

Meaning night journey
Origin Arabic
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification As-ra

About Asra

Consider a name that sounds both ancient and modern, familiar yet unexpected—a rare combination that creates lasting appeal. Asra possesses a mystical quality that sparks curiosity and invites conversation, yet its simple pronunciation prevents frustration. The flowing vowels create a soft, melodious sound that contrasts beautifully with harder consonants in many surnames. This name appeals to parents who appreciate subtlety and depth, who want their daughter's name to suggest layers of character waiting to be discovered. Its cross-cultural presence means it can honor multiple heritages simultaneously, making it particularly valuable for multicultural families. Asra strikes a delicate balance between being unusual enough to ensure individuality and accessible enough to avoid constant corrections. The name carries an air of quiet confidence rather than demanding attention, perfect for a thoughtful, introspective personality or someone who leads through wisdom rather than volume.

Variations of Name Asra

Asrah
Asura
Astra
Asara
Ashley
Amber
Amanda
Allison

Names Similar to Asra

Astra
Astrid
Ariana
Aurora
Amara
Ashlyn

Nicknames for Asra

As
Asa
Sara
Ra
Az
Asra

Famous People Named Asra

Asra NomaniAmerican journalist and activist
Asra Q. NomaniPakistani-American author and activist
Asra RasheedMaldivian politician
Asra BegumIndian poet and writer
Asra VaidyaIndian swimmer
Asra GargIndian playback singer
Asra PashaIndian model and actress
Asra MitaBangladeshi journalist
Asra NadeemPakistani cricketer
Asra AthifMaldivian model and beauty queen
Asra BotrosEgyptian actress and singer
Asra IsmailIndian badminton player
Asra ArafinBangladeshi actress
Asra KhursheedIndian painter
Asra NoxIranian actress and director
Asra NaseemMaldivian swimmer
Asra ParkerAustralian politician
Asra SayedIndian dancer and choreographer
Asra TajikPakistani politician
Asra BatoolPakistani educator and activist

Characters Named Asra

Asra LinneaCharacter in the video game "The Arcana - A Mystic Romance"
Asra Ska'anaCharacter in the book series "Inheritance Cycle" by Christopher Paolini
Asra NoviaCharacter in the novel "The Orphan Master's Son" by Adam Johnson