Nour
Nour is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Light”.
| Meaning | Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نور |
| Pronunciation | NOOR |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nour
Nour is the French-influenced spelling of the Arabic nūr, light, used especially in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and North Africa. In the Arab world it is mostly a girl's name, though it is also given to boys, and it often appears in compounds like Nour al-Din (light of the faith). It is a Quranic word and the title of Surah 24, an-Nūr.
Is Nour a Muslim name?
Yes. Nour is a Muslim name meaning light, taken directly from the Quran.
Is Nour in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Nour used?
Very common in Egypt, the Levant and North Africa.
Gifts with the name Nour
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Spellings and variants of Nour
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nour mean?
Nour means 'Light'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nour a Muslim name?
Yes. Nour is a Muslim name meaning light, taken directly from the Quran.
How do you write Nour in Arabic?
Nour is written نور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nour?
Nour is pronounced NOOR.
Is Nour mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).