Noura
Noura is a Muslim girl name meaning “Light, radiance”.
| Meaning | Light, radiance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نورة |
| Pronunciation | NOO-rah |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Noura
Noura is the Arabic Nūra, a feminine name built on nūr (light). It is one of the most traditional women's names in Najd and the Gulf, and Princess Nūra bint ʿAbd al-Raḥmān Āl Saʿūd is one of its most famous bearers. It is also common in North Africa, where it is written Noura.
Is Noura a Muslim name?
Yes. Noura is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light.
Is Noura 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 Noura used?
Very common in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf; also used in North Africa.
Gifts with the name Noura
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Spellings and variants of Noura
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noura mean?
Noura means 'Light, radiance'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Noura a Muslim name?
Yes. Noura is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light.
How do you write Noura in Arabic?
Noura is written نورة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Noura?
Noura is pronounced NOO-rah.
Is Noura mentioned in the Quran?
The root word nūr appears in 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).