Shura
Russian diminutive of Alexander
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Updated Wed Apr 17 2024
Shura Origin and Meaning
The name Shura is a boy's name of Russian origin meaning "defending men".
Shura is a unisex Russian nickname for Aleksandr or Aleksandra, themselves forms of Alexander. Less known in the English=speaking world than Sasha, it's also more assertive -- probably because of that "sure" sound.
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Famous People Named Shura
- Shura TaftAustralian TV presenter
Shura in Pop Culture
- Short form of Sashura (diminutive of both Aleksandr and Aleksandra)
- Shuracharacter from the video game "Fire Emblem Fates"