Hooria
Hooria is a Muslim girl name meaning “Like a maiden of Paradise; angelic”.
| Meaning | Like a maiden of Paradise; angelic |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu spelling |
| Arabic spelling | حوریہ |
| Pronunciation | HOO-ree-ah |
| 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 Hooria
Hooria is the Urdu spelling of Arabic ḥūriyya, an adjective form of ḥūr, the beautiful-eyed companions of Paradise. In everyday use it is understood as 'heavenly' or 'angelic in beauty'. It should not be confused with Hurriya, which means freedom and is spelled differently in Arabic.
Is Hooria a Muslim name?
Yes. Hooria is a Muslim name derived from the Quranic word ḥūr, used especially in Pakistan.
Is Hooria in the Quran?
The root word appears in the Quran: 'And [there will be] ḥūr with large, beautiful eyes' (Quran 56:22).
Where is the name Hooria used?
Common in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Hooria
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Spellings and variants of Hooria
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hooria mean?
Hooria means 'Like a maiden of Paradise; angelic'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu spelling.
Is Hooria a Muslim name?
Yes. Hooria is a Muslim name derived from the Quranic word ḥūr, used especially in Pakistan.
How do you write Hooria in Arabic?
Hooria is written حوریہ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hooria?
Hooria is pronounced HOO-ree-ah.
Is Hooria mentioned in the Quran?
The root word appears in the Quran: 'And [there will be] ḥūr with large, beautiful eyes' (Quran 56:22).