Bahra

The first name Bahra is a female name that has its origin in Uzbek. It is literally translated as "the brightest" or "the joyful."

What does the name Bahra mean?

Bahra, a female first name, has its roots in Uzbek. The direct translation is "the brightest" or "the joyful." The name also comes from Arabic, where bahra (بَهْرَاء) means "the brightest" or "the clearest," as well as from Uzbek, where it means "gain," "advantage," "pleasure," or "joy." Additionally, the name has the meaning "the light of the afterlife" or simply "the light" or "the brightness" in Babylonian or Assyrian (Akkadian).

Where does the name Bahra come from?

Bahra is a female first name that has Arabic roots and carries the meaning "the brightest." The Arabic term bahra (بَهْرَاء) stands for "the brightest" and "the clearest," while the Uzbek word bahra means "gain," "advantage," "pleasure," or "joy."

How do you pronounce Bahra?

The pronunciation of Bahra is two syllables and clearly structured. In German pronunciation, the name is usually pronounced as "Ba-hra" [ˈbaːʁa], with the consonant connection between the syllables creating a certain tension that gives the name a clear note. The open ending "-ra" resolves this tension and allows the sound to fade gently. Overall, Bahra conveys a compact and present impression - clear, calm, and with stable sound quality.

Popularity

In Germany, Bahra is a rather rare first name. In 2014, it ranked 4,003rd on the list of the most common female baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times, resulting in a rank of 10,750. In the last ten years, no child has been named this name.