Isra
Girl name · 46 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Isra: 46 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2018.
Isra is an Arabic name meaning "night journey" or "nocturnal travel," drawn from the Islamic tradition of the Isra and Mi'raj, the Prophet Muhammad's miraculous night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem. It may also occasionally appear as a short form or variant of Israel, with Hebrew roots meaning "one who struggles with God." Notable bearers include Isra Hirsi, the American climate activist and daughter of politician Ilhan Omar, who co-founded the US Youth Climate Strike. The name's most famous cultural touchstone is the Surah Al-Isra, the 17th chapter of the Quran. A common spelling variant is Israa, and in Scotland the name remains uncommon but is occasionally given, reflecting the growing diversity of naming traditions. It carries a serene, spiritual resonance while being short and easy to pronounce
Girl 14 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20185 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7803 babies
- Total births
- 46since 1995
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 12%vs prior 5y