Noor
Noor is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “Light”.
| Meaning | Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نور |
| Pronunciation | NOOR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Noor
Noor is the Arabic nūr, light, from a root meaning to shine, and it is one of the great words of the Quran. God is called al-Nūr, The Light, among His names, and the same word is the title of Surah 24. Girls across the Muslim world carry the name, and boys do too, particularly in South Asia and in compounds such as Noor Muhammad and Noorullah. Queen Noor of Jordan helped make this spelling known worldwide.
Is Noor a Muslim name?
Noor is one of the most beloved Muslim names and comes straight from the Quran, which says: 'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How popular is Noor?
Noor is given to girls throughout the Muslim world and to boys in South Asia and Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Noor
- Noor name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Noor baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Noor
Names similar to Noor
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noor mean?
Noor means 'Light'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Noor a Muslim name?
Noor is one of the most beloved Muslim names and comes straight from the Quran, which says: 'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How do you pronounce Noor?
Noor is pronounced NOOR.
Is Noor a boy or girl name?
Noor is used for both boys and girls.