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Bushra Name

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Meaning, origin, and cultural context at a glance. Last updated: 2026-06-29.

Arabic
Female
Common
Islamic
Meaning

Glad tidings of good joyful news

Description

Bushra derives from the Arabic root meaning good news glad tidings or positive announcement.

The name signifies the bringing of welcome and joyful news.

The name is popular across the Muslim world particularly in the Arab world and South Asia.

History

The root bashara in Arabic relates to good news glad tidings and human skin.

The name Bushra carries the meaning of bringing positive announcements.

In Islamic context the name connects to the concept of divine glad tidings.

The name has been used in Arabic naming traditions for centuries.

It was used across various social classes and regions.

The name spread to non-Arab Muslim communities through cultural exchange.

In modern times Bushra remains popular across the Arab world and internationally.

The names positive meaning of good news has sustained its appeal.

It is used across Muslim communities globally.

Variants

Bushrah
Boshra
Boushra

Resources & Data Confidence

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Behind the Name

etymology

Wiktionary - Arabic

linguistic reference

Oxford Reference - Arabic Names

linguistic reference