Azra is a unisex given name of Arabic origin, meaning "radiant" or "brilliant." It gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been steadily used since then. The name is pronounced /'æzrə/ and has no common nicknames or variants. Azra is often associated with cultural figures such as Azra Rassool, a prominent Pakistani singer-songwriter, and Azra Begum, a notable Indian educationist. It is also the title of a novel by Adrienne Rich.
"Azra saw a significant increase in popularity from 2018 onwards, with a total of 94 births recorded between 2005 and 2023."