Abdul-Noor
Abdul-Noor is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Light”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد النور |
| Pronunciation | ab-dun-NOOR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Egypt, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Noor
Light is at the heart of this name, because the root n-w-r means to shine or give light. Abdul-Noor describes a servant of al-Nur, the Light, a divine name that comes from the famous Light Verse of the Quran. When spoken in Arabic it sounds like Abdun-Noor. Muslim parents give it as a first name, and Arab Christian families in Egypt and the Levant also carry it, often as the surname Abdelnour.
Is Abdul-Noor a Muslim name?
Built on al-Nur, a name of God, it sits comfortably among Muslim names even though Arab Christians share it. The Light Verse begins, 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How popular is Abdul-Noor?
Egypt and the Levant know it well, frequently as a surname, and South Asian families use it too.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Noor mean?
Abdul-Noor means 'Servant of the Light'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Noor a Muslim name?
Built on al-Nur, a name of God, it sits comfortably among Muslim names even though Arab Christians share it. The Light Verse begins, 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Noor?
Abdul-Noor is pronounced ab-dun-NOOR.
Is Abdul-Noor a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Noor is usually a boy name.