Noha
Noha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Intellect, understanding”.
| Meaning | Intellect, understanding |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نهى |
| Pronunciation | NOH-hah |
| Arabic root | ن ه ي (n-h-y) — to forbid, to restrain |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Noha
Noha is the Egyptian-style spelling of the Arabic nuhā, intellect or reason, literally the faculty that restrains a person from wrongdoing. It is a very common name in Egypt, where u is often written o. In Urdu, a similar-looking word nauḥa means a lament for the martyrs of Karbala, so South Asian families often prefer the spelling Nuha.
Is Noha a Muslim name?
Yes. Noha is an Arabic Muslim name meaning intellect, and the word nuhā appears in the Quran.
Is Noha in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed in that are signs for those of intelligence (ulī al-nuhā)' (Quran 20:54).
Where is the name Noha used?
Very common in Egypt, and used throughout the Arab world.
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Spellings and variants of Noha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noha mean?
Noha means 'Intellect, understanding'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Noha a Muslim name?
Yes. Noha is an Arabic Muslim name meaning intellect, and the word nuhā appears in the Quran.
How do you write Noha in Arabic?
Noha is written نهى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Noha?
Noha is pronounced NOH-hah.
Is Noha mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed in that are signs for those of intelligence (ulī al-nuhā)' (Quran 20:54).