Find out how popular the first name Ashura has been for the last 1 years (from 1994 to 1994) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ashura by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ashura is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1994, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ashura.

The history of the first name Ashura

The name Ashura is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with roots tracing back to ancient Middle Eastern civilizations. The name itself is derived from the Arabic word 'Ashurah,' which refers to the tenth day of the Islamic month of Muharram.

In Islamic tradition, Ashura holds significant religious and historical importance. It commemorates the day when Moses and the Israelites were delivered from the oppression of the Pharaoh, as well as the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE.

The name Ashura is mentioned in various Islamic texts and scriptures, including the Quran and Hadith, which recount the events surrounding the day of Ashura and its significance in Islamic history. Additionally, the name is closely associated with the Shia Muslim community, who observe Ashura as a day of mourning and commemoration for the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ashura can be found in the 7th century CE, during the time of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. However, the name's usage likely predates this period, as the day of Ashura held importance in pre-Islamic Arabian cultures.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ashura, including:

1. Ashura Al-Quraishi (630 - 680 CE), a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a participant in the Battle of Karbala.
2. Ashura Ibn Khalid (685 - 742 CE), an Arab general and military commander during the Umayyad Caliphate.
3. Ashura Al-Siddiqui (1020 - 1090 CE), a renowned Islamic scholar and poet from present-day Iran.
4. Ashura Al-Andalusi (1165 - 1238 CE), a Sufi mystic and philosopher from the Iberian Peninsula.
5. Ashura Al-Ahmadi (1890 - 1962), a prominent Islamic reformist and advocate for women's education in modern-day Iraq.

While the name Ashura holds deep religious and cultural significance within the Islamic tradition, its usage has transcended religious boundaries and can be found in various cultures and communities around the world.

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