Noor - girls name

Noor name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 95%

Noor name meaning:

The name Noor is of Arabic origin and has several meanings. One of the most common meanings is "light" or "brightness." It is often used as a unisex name, but it is more commonly given to girls. In Islamic culture, Noor holds special significance as it is one of the 99 names of Allah, meaning "the light" or "the divine light." It symbolizes the idea of enlightenment, knowledge, guidance, and purity. Noor can also represent beauty, radiance, and positivity.

For boys, the name Noor can be seen as a unique and meaningful choice. It reflects the qualities of illumination and enlightenment, suggesting that the individual is a source of light in the lives of others. It also embodies the idea of spirituality and divine qualities. Choosing the name Noor for a boy may indicate a desire to raise a child who is intellectually bright, morally upright, and carries a sense of guidance and goodness.

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Unisex names

Other girls names beginning with N

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 267 out of 5581

177 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    45
  • 5yrs

    46
  • 1yr

    16

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (286)

Historical popularity of Noor

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Noor from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Noor in 2024