Yusra
Yusra is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “Ease, prosperity”, pronounced YOOS-rah. It ranked #1021 in the United States in 2025, given to 246 babies, and peaked at #959 in 2024. Common nicknames: Yus, Sara.
How popular is Yusra in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Yusra mean, and where does it come from?
Yusra comes from the Arabic yusr, "ease" — the word of the Quranic verse that promises that with hardship comes ease, which is among the most quoted lines in the book. It is used across the Arab world and in Muslim communities in Europe. Yusra Mardini swam for three hours pushing a sinking dinghy across the Aegean in 2015 and competed at the next two Olympics on the Refugee Team. American records hold the name from 1982; it entered the top thousand in 2024.
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Famous People Named Yusra
- Yusra Mardini — Syrian swimmer, member of the Refugee Olympic Team
- Yousra — Egyptian actress and singer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Yusra mean?
Yusra is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Ease, prosperity." Yusra comes from the Arabic yusr, "ease" — the word of the Quranic verse that promises that with hardship comes ease, which is among the most quoted lines in the book. It is used across the Arab world and in Muslim communities in Europe.
How do you pronounce Yusra?
Yusra is pronounced YOOS-rah. Common variations include Yousra, Yusraa, Yusrah.
Is Yusra a girl name?
Yes, Yusra is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Yus, Sara.