What does Yusrah mean and where does it come from?
Yusrah is an Arabic name often associated with ease and comfort, derived from the Arabic root 'y-s-r', which signifies ease. It is commonly used in Muslim families and has gained popularity in various Arabic-speaking regions. It is a name that reflects a favorable disposition and is sometimes given
Cultural significance
Yusrah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of ease, comfort, relief.
Peak popularity
Reached #12329 in 2019 — currently #12141 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Yusrah?
Yusrah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Yusrah Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Yusrah Rose
Floral · soft ending
Yusrah Mae
Sweet · timeless
Yusrah Claire
French influence · crisp
Yusrah Jane
Literary · strong
Yusrah Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Yusrah right now?
Rising fast — up 1397 spots — currently #12141 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #12141 | 8 | ▲ up 1397 · +14% births |
| 2022 | #13538 | 7 | ▲ up 1644 · +17% births |
| 2021 | #15182 | 6 | ▲ up 1731 · +20% births |
| 2020 | #16913 | 5 | — |
The story of Yusrah
Yusrah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2016. With 20 total births recorded, Yusrah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16913 in 2020 to #12141 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Yusrah in 2019:
💎Yusrah has only 20 total recorded births since 2016 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Yusrah?
Famous people named Yusrah
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Yusrah (historical Arab ruler)
Yusrah held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Yusrah (Arab poet)
Yusrah carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Yusrah (Sufi mystic)
Yusrah used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Yusrah (Islamic scholar)
Yusrah bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Common questions about the name Yusrah
What does the name Yusrah mean?
Yusrah means "ease, comfort, relief" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Yusrah?
Yusrah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yusrah have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Yusrah?
Yusrah originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Yusrah?
Yusrah is a four-syllable name pronounced Y UW1 S IH1 S T ER0 AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Yusrah?
Yusrah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.