Ikra
[ˈɪk.rə]Meaning
means 'to read' or 'to recite' in Arabic
Background Story
The name 'Ikra' is derived from the Arabic word 'Iqra', which is famously known as the first word revealed to the Prophet Muhammad in the Quran. It emphasizes the importance of reading and education in Islam.
Temperament
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