Esra
Meaning of Esra
The name Esra is a feminine given name of Turkish origin, pronounced as es-RAH (/esˈra/). It carries a sense of elegance and simplicity, often associated with grace and beauty in Turkish culture. While Esra is less common in English-speaking countries, it has been gradually gaining popularity in the United States over recent years. The name shares a phonetic similarity with Ezra, which is traditionally a male name but has also seen use for girls in modern times. In the U.S., Esra's popularity peaked in 2021 with 45 occurrences, ranking at 3433. Despite its relatively rare usage, the name Esra offers a unique yet culturally rich option for parents seeking an uncommon but beautiful name for their daughters.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as es-RAH (/esˈra/)
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Notable People Named Esra
| Esra Bilgiç is a Turkish actress known for her role as Halime Hatun in Diriliş: Ertuğrul and for starring in the crime drama Ramo. |
| Esra Yıldız is a Turkish amateur boxer who won a bronze medal at the 2016 European Championships and was selected as a competitor for the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
| Esra Dermancıoğlu is a Turkish actress and comedian, recognized for her roles in the drama series Fatmagül'ün Suçu Ne? as Mukaddes Ketenci and in Kırgın Çiçekler as Zehra. |
| Esra Erol Özbir is a well-known Turkish television presenter. |
| Esra Mungan is a Turkish academic and associate professor of psychology at Boğaziçi University who was arrested in 2016 for signing a petition advocating for peace in the conflict between the Turkish military and PKK. |
