Girl name
Barirah name meaning
“good, virtuous”
Barirah is a feminine Arabic name meaning good or virtuous. Its Arabic form, Barīra, is commonly linked to the root b-r-r, which expresses goodness and virtue. The name is also known through Barirah, a female Companion, providing a historical reference alongside its meaning.
What does Barirah mean?
The ending -ah has different backgrounds in Indah, Fatimah, and Aisyah. In some Arabic-derived names, this spelling can represent a feminine ending, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -ah. More girl names ending in -ah →
Origin and cultural usage of Barirah
Arabic Barīra is associated with the root b-r-r, expressing goodness and virtue. It is also known through Barirah, a female Companion.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Barirah in Islam and the Quran
Barirah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
How to pronounce Barirah
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /barirah/ |
| Arabic script | بريرة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦫꦶꦫꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮛᮤᮛᮂ |
Is Barirah a girl’s name?
Yes, Barirah is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Barirah is rare in our data sample.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Barirah
Names with related meanings
- Aminah♀Safe, secure
- Hasanah♀Good, beautiful
- Sulastri♀Good woman
- Susilawati♀Woman of good conduct
- Prima♂♀Excellent, of very high quality
- Fadillah♂♀Virtue, moral excellence
- Susilowati♀Woman of good character
- Mulya♂♀Noble, honored, highly valued
- Paramita♀Perfection of virtue
- Fadilah♂♀Virtue, moral excellence
- Winata♂♀Humble, well-mannered
- Wiguna♂♀Useful, possessing ability
FAQ about the name Barirah
What is the meaning of Barirah?
Barirah means good, virtuous. Arabic Barīra is associated with the root b-r-r, expressing goodness and virtue. It is also known through Barirah, a female Companion.
Is Barirah a girl’s name?
Yes, Barirah is used mostly as a girl’s name.
What is the origin of the name Barirah?
Barirah is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Barirah in the Quran?
Barirah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Barirah have?
Barirah has 3 syllables (Ba-ri-rah) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Barirah?
Barirah is rare in our data sample.
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