Abdul-Noor
Abdul-Noor is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Light”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد النور |
| Pronunciation | ab-dun-NOOR |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — to give light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Noor
Abdul-Noor (ʿAbd al-Nūr) means servant of al-Nūr, the Light, a divine name taken from the famous Light Verse. The name is pronounced Abdun-Noor in Arabic. It is used by Muslims, and the form Abdelnour is also a common surname among Arab Christians in the Levant and Egypt.
Is Abdul-Noor a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Noor is a Muslim name formed from al-Nūr, one of the names of God, though it is also used by Arab Christians.
Is Abdul-Noor in the Quran?
The Light Verse begins, 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Abdul-Noor used?
Found in the Levant and Egypt (often as a surname) and in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Noor mean?
Abdul-Noor means 'Servant of the Light'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Noor a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Noor is a Muslim name formed from al-Nūr, one of the names of God, though it is also used by Arab Christians.
How do you write Abdul-Noor in Arabic?
Abdul-Noor is written عبد النور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Noor?
Abdul-Noor is pronounced ab-dun-NOOR.
Is Abdul-Noor mentioned in the Quran?
The Light Verse begins, 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).