Shura - Unique Names

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Shura

/ˈʃʊrə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Defender of mankind

Embodies protection, strength, and leadership; often associated with heroic or noble qualities.

Symbolism

Represents courage and resilience; symbolically linked to warriors and protectors across cultures.

Etymology: Derived from the Russian affectionate form of Aleksandr (Alexander), ultimately from Greek 'alexein' meaning 'to defend' and 'andros' meaning 'man'. In Japanese, Shura (修羅) refers to the 'asura', a wrathful deity from Buddhist cosmology representing struggle and conflict.

Style & Origin

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minimalist

Cultural Background

Primarily of Russian origin as a diminutive of Alexander, though it also appears in Japanese and Ara

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