Nourah
Nourah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Light, illumination”.
| Meaning | Light, illumination |
|---|---|
| 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 Nourah
Nourah is the Gulf spelling of Nūra, with a final h representing the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. Saudi families in particular favour this spelling, and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University in Riyadh uses it. The name carries the meaning of light and is related to Noor and Nour.
Is Nourah a Muslim name?
Yes. Nourah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light, especially popular in Saudi Arabia.
Where is the name Nourah used?
Most common in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
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Spellings and variants of Nourah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nourah mean?
Nourah means 'Light, illumination'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nourah a Muslim name?
Yes. Nourah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning light, especially popular in Saudi Arabia.
How do you write Nourah in Arabic?
Nourah is written نورة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nourah?
Nourah is pronounced NOO-rah.