All about the name AFRA

Meaning, origin, history.

Afra is a unique and elegant first name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'afr' which means 'pure'. It holds significant meaning within Islamic tradition, often associated with purity, clarity, and beauty.

See also

Islam
Arab

Popularity of the name AFRA since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Afra has seen varying popularity over the past four decades, with a noticeable spike in usage from 2006 onwards. Between 1979 and 2005, the number of births named Afra fluctuated between 5 to 14 per year, with a total of 85 births during this period. However, starting from 2006, there has been a consistent increase in the usage of the name, with more than 100 babies named Afra born since then, reaching a peak of 13 births in 2023. Overall, the name Afra has been given to a total of 189 children over the years.

Name variation AFRA.