Basra
Pronunciation: [ b-AHSR-ah ]
Basra is a girl baby name. Ranked #41,529 in the US, popular nicknames include Bas, Bay, and Basie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Basra first appeared in US Social Security records in 2017.
Over 5 babies have been named Basra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Basra is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #41,529 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #41,529
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Basra
Basra is a girl name .
Basra is currently ranked #41,529 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Basra include Bas, Bay, and Basie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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