نورة

Noora

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Noora is a Muslim girl name meaning “Light, a ray of light”.

MeaningLight, a ray of light
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنورة
PronunciationNOO-rah
Arabic rootن و ر (n-w-r) — light
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Noora

Noora is a spelling of the Arabic Nūra, the feminine form built on nūr (light). It is especially popular in the Gulf, where Noura and Nourah are also used; Princess Nūra bint ʿAbd al-Raḥmān, sister of Saudi Arabia's founder, gave her name to a major women's university in Riyadh. The spelling Noora is common in South Asia and Scandinavia.

Is Noora a Muslim name?

Yes. Noora is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light.

Is Noora in the Quran?

The root word nūr appears in 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).

Where is the name Noora used?

Popular in the Gulf states and South Asia.

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Spellings and variants of Noora

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Noora mean?

Noora means 'Light, a ray of light'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Noora a Muslim name?

Yes. Noora is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light.

How do you write Noora in Arabic?

Noora is written نورة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Noora?

Noora is pronounced NOO-rah.

Is Noora mentioned in the Quran?

The root word nūr appears in 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.