Sidra

At a Glance

Meaning

From the Arabic word for the lote tree, referencing 'Sidrat al-Muntaha,' the tree marking the boundary of paradise in Islamic tradition

Origin

Arabic

Gender

Primarily used for girls

Pronunciation

SIHD-ruhListen

Sidra (SIHD-ruh) is an Arabic name that comes from the word for the lote tree, a reference to 'Sidrat al-Muntaha,' the tree that marks the boundary of paradise in Islamic tradition. You may see it linked to the Latin word for 'star' (as in 'sidereal'), but that's just a coincidental resemblance; the name's real root is the Arabic lote tree.

Meaning & Origin of Sidra

Meaning: From the Arabic word for the lote tree, referencing 'Sidrat al-Muntaha,' the tree marking the boundary of paradise in Islamic tradition.

Origin: Arabic.

A common claim: Sometimes linked to the Latin word for 'star' (as in 'sidereal') Actually: That's a coincidental resemblance, not a real connection — the name's actual root is the unrelated Arabic word for the lote tree.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Sidra

Popularity of Sidra

Sidra ranked #1641 in the U.S. in 2024, with 126 babies given the name that year. That's also its highest rank in the records from 1949 to 2024, so it's at its most popular right now.

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FAQ

What does the name Sidra mean?

From the Arabic word for the lote tree, referencing ‘Sidrat al-Muntaha,’ the tree marking the boundary of paradise in Islamic tradition. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Sidra?

Sidra is pronounced SIHD-ruh (IPA: /ˈsɪdrə/).

Is Sidra a popular name right now?

Sidra is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1641 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1949–2024.)

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