Nur

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Pronounced NOOR /ˈnʊr/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic nur, 'light, radiance, illumination'; here for girlsHigh

In 30 seconds: Pure light: Nur is Arabic for 'light, radiance'. Luminous, soft, and warm — a name of glowing beauty.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic nur, 'light, radiance, illumination'; here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#4247 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 647

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Nur comes from Arabic nur, 'light, radiance, illumination'. A luminous, soft, beloved name across the Arab and Muslim world (the Quran's An-Nur, 'The Light'), used for both sexes, here for girls.

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, light at the root, and luminous.

Did you know? Nur means 'light, radiance' in Arabic — a luminous, beloved name across the Muslim world (a chapter of the Quran is named An-Nur, 'The Light'); used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Nur — etymology

Variations

NoorNouraNour

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nur mean?

Nur is Arabic for 'light, radiance, illumination'.

How do you pronounce Nur?

It's said NOOR /ˈnʊr/ — a single syllable.

Is Nur a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Nur?

Nur is a rare name in the U.S.