Nour
Nour 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 | Egypt, Levant, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Nour
Nour spells the Arabic nūr, light, in the French-influenced way favoured in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and North Africa. Arab families mostly give it to girls, though boys receive it too. It often appears in compounds such as Nour al-Din, the light of the faith. The word itself is Quranic, and Surah 24 of the Quran is named an-Nūr after it, which gives the name a strong religious resonance.
Is Nour a Muslim name?
Nour comes straight from the language of the Quran, which says: 'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How popular is Nour?
Nour is very common in Egypt, the Levant and North Africa.
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Spellings and variants of Nour
Names similar to Nour
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nour mean?
Nour means 'Light'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nour a Muslim name?
Nour comes straight from the language of the Quran, which says: 'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How do you pronounce Nour?
Nour is pronounced NOOR.
Is Nour a boy or girl name?
Nour is used for both boys and girls.