נָאוֹר

Naor

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Naor is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Enlightened”.

MeaningEnlightened
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew
Written asנָאוֹר
Pronunciationnah-OR
TraditionJewish
Used inIsrael

Meaning and origin of Naor

Naor is a modern Hebrew name formed from the root o-r, 'light', and means 'enlightened' or 'cultured'. It belongs to a group of Israeli light names, such as Or, Ori and Lior, that became popular in the late twentieth century. It is not a biblical name. It is used for boys in Israel and occasionally among Jewish families abroad.

Is Naor a Jewish name?

Naor is a modern Hebrew name rather than a biblical one; light is a strong symbol in Judaism, from creation to Hanukkah.

How popular is Naor?

Used in Israel; rare elsewhere.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Naor mean?

Naor means 'Enlightened'. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Naor a Jewish name?

Naor is a modern Hebrew name rather than a biblical one; light is a strong symbol in Judaism, from creation to Hanukkah.

How do you pronounce Naor?

Naor is pronounced nah-OR.

Is Naor a boy or girl name?

Naor is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.