Thuraya
thoo-RYE-ah
Thuraya is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Of Arabic origin, Thuraya means 'star' or 'Pleiades'. It refers to the cluster of stars known as the Pleiades.”, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What Thuraya Means
“Of Arabic origin, Thuraya means 'star' or 'Pleiades'. It refers to the cluster of stars known as the Pleiades.”
The Story of Thuraya
Imagine a name whispered by desert winds, carrying the light of a celestial phenomenon. That name is Thuraya.
This Arabic name refers to the Pleiades star cluster, a group of stars visible in the night sky. Its earliest recordings appear around 2012, making it a name that has recently emerged into human consciousness.
For your bright daughter, Thuraya carries the essence of distant, shining lights. You feel this name will guide her, illuminating her path with intelligence and a luminous spirit as she navigates her world.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#5 in 2012
Total Births
5
First Recorded
2012
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