Nimra

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Pronounced NIM-ruh /ˈnɪm.rə/Medium

Meaning: Nimra is an Arabic girl's name, a form of Namira, understood as 'clear' or 'pure water,' with connotations of brightness and clarity. It also recalls Namira, a historic place near Mount Arafat associated with the pilgrimage, giving the name both a lovely literal sense and a respected traditional resonance.Low

In 30 seconds: Nimra is an Arabic name, a form of Namira meaning 'clear, pure water.' It is rare in the United States (said NIM-ruh).

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningNimra is an Arabic girl's name, a form of Namira, understood as 'clear' or 'pure water,' with connotations of brightness and clarity. It also recalls Namira, a historic place near Mount Arafat associated with the pilgrimage, giving the name both a lovely literal sense and a respected traditional resonance.

U.S. rank (2014)#11682 ↗ Rising

2014 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1999

Total births (all-time)≈ 199

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Nimra is an Arabic name related to Namira, carrying the meaning 'clear' or 'pure water' and, by extension, brightness and clarity. The same name marks Namira, a place near Mount Arafat linked to the pilgrimage, which lends it a dignified traditional weight. It reached the United States chiefly with Muslim families, and remains a well-loved choice in South Asian and Arab communities.

In American records the name is uncommon, given to only a dozen or so girls a year at its peak around 1999 and appearing quietly since. A girl named Nimra then is in her mid-twenties today.

Did you know? The name Nimra, from Namira, carries the bright image of clear, pure water, and it shares its form with a historic place near Mount Arafat.

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References - Nimra — Arabic Namira, 'clear/pure water'; also place near Arafat

Variations

NamiraNimrahNamirah

Nicknames

NimNimmyMira

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nimra mean?

It is an Arabic name, a form of Namira meaning 'clear' or 'pure water,' also a place near Mount Arafat.

How do you pronounce Nimra?

It is said NIM-ruh /ˈnɪm.rə/, two syllables stressed on the first.

Is Nimra a boy or girl name?

Nimra is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Nimra?

It is rare in the United States, given to only a small number of girls a year and most familiar within Muslim families.