Arabic · Girl Name
Esra.
إسراء
“Night journey (the Prophet's Isra')”
- MeaningNight journey (the Prophet's Isra')
- OriginArabic
- GenderGirl
- Arabicإسراء
- PronunciationE-sra
About the name
Esra (إسراء) is a Arabic name traditionally given to a girl. It means “Night journey (the Prophet's Isra').” Islam places emphasis on names with beautiful meanings — the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have occasionally renamed companions whose names carried heavy or unpleasant connotations. A name like Esra is safely within the tradition of names that carry dignity, aspiration or righteous association.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Esra mean?+
Esra means "Night journey (the Prophet's Isra')". It is a Arabic name, traditionally given to a girl.
How do you write Esra in Arabic?+
Esra is written إسراء in Arabic script. Roman spellings vary slightly between regions — the Arabic form is the stable reference.
Is Esra a good Islamic name?+
Yes. Esra is an established Islamic name of Arabic origin. Islam encourages names with good meanings, and "Night journey (the Prophet's Isra')" is well regarded.
How do you pronounce Esra?+
A simple English reading is E-sra. For the authentic Arabic pronunciation, listen to a native speaker — most regional recitation apps and Qur'an platforms have high-quality audio for common names.