"dim star, barely visible star (Alcor)"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Soha
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Arabic for the hidden star only sharp eyes can find
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Meaning & Origin
"the hidden, subtle one; something precious but undetectable to most"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
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The Story of Soha
Soha (also spelled Suha) is an Arabic name meaning a dim, barely visible star in the constellation Ursa Major. In Arab astronomical tradition, the star Alcor (known as Suha in Arabic) was used as an ancient vision test — if you could see it with the naked eye next to the bright star Mizar, your eyesight was considered excellent. The name carries poetic meaning: something precious that only the discerning can perceive.
Soha is popular across the Arab world and among Muslim communities in South Asia. It was notably used by Palestinian activists and is the name of Soha Bechara, a Lebanese resistance fighter, giving it a politically charged history in some contexts.
In Arab culture, giving a child a name meaning a star — especially a subtle, hard-to-see star — carries philosophical meaning: some precious things are not immediately obvious and must be sought out. This name celebrates the idea of hidden brilliance.
Historical Record
Soha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 829 babies have been named Soha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Soha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,423 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Soha (Suha/Alcor) is part of the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) and was historically used to test soldiers eyesight in Arab armies
- The phrase he does not see Suha was an Arabic expression meaning someone is very unobservant, because Suha is considered easy to see for those with good eyesight
Soha in Other Languages
Urdu
سہا
Arabic
سُهَى
Persian
سُهَا
Turkish
Suha
Popularity Over Time
#6,423
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Soha
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Soha Ali Khan
Actor
1978
Indian actress and author, daughter of Bollywood legend Sharmila Tagore
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Soha Bechara
Activist
1967
Lebanese resistance fighter and activist who spent a decade in an Israeli prison
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,423
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Persian Muslim South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Soh
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soha
What does the name Soha mean?
"dim star, barely visible star (Alcor)" (from Arabic). "the hidden, subtle one; something precious but undetectable to most" (from Arabic). Soha (also spelled Suha) is an Arabic name meaning a dim, barely visible star in the constellation Ursa Major. In Arab astronomical tradition, the star Alcor (known as Suha in Arabic) was used as an ancient vision test — if you could see it with the naked eye next to the bright star Mizar, your eyesight was considered excellent. The name carries poetic meaning: something precious that only the discerning can perceive.
What is the origin of the name Soha?
Soha has Arabic, Persian, Muslim, and South Asian origins. In Arabic, it means "dim star, barely visible star (Alcor)". In Arabic, it means "the hidden, subtle one; something precious but undetectable to most".
Is Soha a boy or girl name?
Soha is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Soha?
Soha is currently ranked #6423 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Soha?
Common nicknames for Soha include Soh.
What are good middle names for Soha?
Popular middle name pairings include Soha Nour, Soha Farah, Soha Layla, Soha Yasmin, Soha Lina, Soha Jana, and Soha Amal.
What are good sibling names for Soha?
Names that pair well with Soha as siblings include Nour, Layla, Yasmin, Tariq, Ziyad, Amal, and Dina.
How many syllables does Soha have?
Soha has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Soha a common or rare name?
Soha is an uncommon name, ranked #6423 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Soha
Soha is a girl name with Arabic, Persian, Muslim, and South Asian origins . The name means "dim star, barely visible star (Alcor)" in Arabic .
Soha is currently ranked #6,423 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Soha has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Soha include Soh. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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