Nour

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Nour Pronunciation

Nour is pronounced NOOR /ˈnur/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic nur, 'light, radiance, illumination'High

In 30 seconds: Pure light: Nour is Arabic for 'light, radiance' — one of the most beautiful and beloved Arabic names. Luminous and serene.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic nur, 'light, radiance, illumination'

U.S. rank (2024)#4030 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births27 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2007

Total births (all-time)≈ 576

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Nour comes from Arabic nur, 'light, radiance, illumination' — a word of deep beauty (and a Quranic chapter). Used for both sexes, it's a luminous classic across the Arab world; here for boys.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, light at the root, and serene.

Did you know? Nur ('light') names a chapter of the Quran and is among the most cherished Arabic names — Nour is its common spelling, radiant and unisex.

Overall data confidence 85%

Arabic references — nur — etymology

Variations

NurNoorNoura

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Nour?

Nour is pronounced NOOR (/ˈnur/). Press play above to hear Nour said aloud.

How do you say Nour?

Nour is said NOOR (/ˈnur/). Press play above to hear Nour said aloud.

What does the name Nour mean?

Nour is Arabic for 'light, radiance'.

Is Nour a boy or girl name?

Nour is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Nour?

Nour is a rare name in the U.S.