Nooriya
Nooriya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Luminous, made of light”.
| Meaning | Luminous, made of light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نورية |
| Pronunciation | noo-REE-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Nooriya
Nooriya spells the Arabic Nūriyya, a word that describes something luminous or filled with light. It is formed from nūr, light, by adding the feminine ending -iyya, which turns the noun into a describing word. Families in Pakistan, India and the Arab world all use it. In Algeria and Morocco the closely related form Nouria is quite common, so the name has a North African life as well.
Is Nooriya a Muslim name?
Nooriya is an Arabic Muslim name meaning luminous, chosen for its link to light.
How popular is Nooriya?
Nooriya is used in Pakistan and India, while Nouria is the common form in Algeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nooriya mean?
Nooriya means 'Luminous, made of light'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nooriya a Muslim name?
Nooriya is an Arabic Muslim name meaning luminous, chosen for its link to light.
How do you pronounce Nooriya?
Nooriya is pronounced noo-REE-yah.
Is Nooriya a boy or girl name?
Nooriya is usually a girl name.