Unisex name
Basrah name meaning
“land of white stones”
Basrah is a unisex name commonly linked to the Arabic city name Baṣrah, with the meaning “land of white stones.” The place name is traditionally explained as ground containing soft white stones. This traditional explanation of the city’s name supplies the meaning associated with Basrah.
What does Basrah 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 Basrah
Commonly linked to the Arabic city name Baṣrah. The place name is traditionally explained as ground containing soft white stones.
Name combinations with Basrah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Basrah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Basrah: land of white stones
- Gigih: persistent, steadfast in effort
- Sugih: wealthy, possessing abundant riches
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Meaning of each word
- Basrah: land of white stones
- Perdana: the first or foremost
- Sukarmin: doing good; working well
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Basrah Dirgahayu
Meaning of each word
- Basrah: land of white stones
- Dirgahayu: long-lived, having a long life
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Meaning of each word
- Prastyo: pledge or oath of loyalty
- Basrah: land of white stones
- Nawa: nine; new
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Basrah Adiputra
Meaning of each word
- Basrah: land of white stones
- Adiputra: an outstanding son
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Basrah Mahaputra Aldiansyah
Meaning of each word
- Basrah: land of white stones
- Mahaputra: a great or noble son
- Aldiansyah: king, ruler
How to pronounce Basrah
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /basrah/ |
| Arabic script | بصرة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦱꦿꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮞ᮪ᮛᮂ |
Is Basrah a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Basrah is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 71% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Basrah ranks #390 among unisex names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Basrah
- Basyah♂Pasha, high official
- Basarah♂To surrender
- Basmah♀A smile
- Basri♂Associated with the city of Basra
- Barkah♂♀Blessing, gracious benefit
- Bara♂Glowing embers
- Badriah♀Associated with the full moon
- Busra♂Joyful news
- Basar♂Sight or the ability to see
- Basril♂
- Batuah♂Auspicious or endowed with special power
- Barirah♀Good, virtuous
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Basrah
- Basrah Hafid · b. 1950
- Kh. Basrah Lubis
FAQ about the name Basrah
What is the meaning of Basrah?
Basrah means land of white stones. Commonly linked to the Arabic city name Baṣrah. The place name is traditionally explained as ground containing soft white stones.
Is Basrah a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Basrah is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 71% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Basrah?
Basrah is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Basrah have?
Basrah has 2 syllables (Bas-rah) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Basrah?
Basrah ranks #390 among unisex names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Basrah?
Some ideas: Basrah Gigih Sugih; Basrah Perdana Sukarmin; Basrah Dirgahayu.
Famous people named Basrah?
Notable people named Basrah include Basrah Hafid, Kh. Basrah Lubis.
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