Name meaning
Zumra
A word meaning a band, unity, community.
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Name meaning and origin
Zumra derives from the word zümrə in the Arabic language and means group, unity, community; the same root appears in the name of Surah Az-Zumar and in the word zümər in verses 71 and 73 of the surah, which describes people being led away in groups. In some popular explanations the name is mistakenly confused with the meaning brave, steadfast, whereas that meaning actually belongs to the word zimrə, which has a different pronunciation.
In Azerbaijan, Zumra is among the girl names that ranked in the top 50 in the 2025 birth registration ranking, chosen by parents for its meaning of unity and solidarity. Religious scholars see no obstacle to carrying the name, since its meaning carries no negative connotation.
Name details
- Gender
- Girl's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Zümrə
- Pronunciation
- zym.ˈrɑ
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Zumra?
Zumra is a name of Arabic origin meaning group, unity, community.Is the name Zumra mentioned in the Quran?
The word Zumra itself does not appear separately in the Quran, but the word zumar (groups), which shares its root, is used in the name of Surah Az-Zumar and in verses 39:71 and 39:73.Is Zumra a boy or a girl name?
Zumra is a girl name.