Nour - girls name

Nour name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 84%

Nour name meaning:

The name Nour is of Arabic origin and it means "light" or "brightness." It is a unisex name, but is more commonly used for boys. In Islamic culture, light is often associated with knowledge, guidance, and enlightenment. Therefore, naming a boy Nour can symbolize hopes for him to be a source of light and knowledge in the world.

Choosing the name Nour for a boy can also reflect the desire for him to bring positivity and joy into the lives of others. Just as light can dispel darkness and bring warmth, a boy named Nour may be seen as someone who brings happiness and positivity wherever he goes. Overall, the name Nour holds a deep and significant meaning, representing qualities of enlightenment, guidance, and positivity.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 884 out of 5581

40 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    845
  • 5yrs

    288
  • 1yr

    -92

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (792)

Historical popularity of Nour

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