Iqra, Name Meaning in Islam

إِقْرَاء

Iqra

Iqra

Meaning

Read, recite

Origin

Arabic

Gender

👧 Girl

Quran Reference

96:1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Iqra mean in Islam?

Read, recite

Is Iqra mentioned in the Quran?

Yes, Iqra is mentioned in the Quran (96:1).

Is Iqra a prophet name?

Iqra is not a prophet's name but is a blessed Islamic name.

What is the Arabic of Iqra?

The Arabic of Iqra is "إِقْرَاء".

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