Hoor
Hoor is a Muslim girl name meaning “Maidens of Paradise; beautiful-eyed”.
| Meaning | Maidens of Paradise; beautiful-eyed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حور |
| Pronunciation | HOOR |
| Arabic root | ح و ر (ḥ-w-r) — intense whiteness of the eye with dark iris |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hoor
Hoor is the Arabic ḥūr, the companions of Paradise described in the Quran. The word refers to eyes with a striking contrast of white and dark, considered a mark of great beauty. As a girl's name it is used in the Arab world and Pakistan, and also forms compounds such as Hoorain and Hoor-ul-Ain.
Is Hoor a Muslim name?
Yes. Hoor is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic description of Paradise. It is used in Arab countries and South Asia.
Is Hoor in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'And [there will be] ḥūr with large, beautiful eyes' (Quran 56:22).
Where is the name Hoor used?
Used in the Gulf, the Levant and Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Hoor
- Hoor name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hoor baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hoor
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hoor mean?
Hoor means 'Maidens of Paradise; beautiful-eyed'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hoor a Muslim name?
Yes. Hoor is a Muslim name taken from the Quranic description of Paradise. It is used in Arab countries and South Asia.
How do you write Hoor in Arabic?
Hoor is written حور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hoor?
Hoor is pronounced HOOR.
Is Hoor mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'And [there will be] ḥūr with large, beautiful eyes' (Quran 56:22).