Nurcan
Nurcan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Soul of light; radiant soul”.
| Meaning | Soul of light; radiant soul |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish (Arabic nūr + Persian jān) |
| Pronunciation | NOOR-jahn |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nurcan
Nurcan joins Arabic nūr (light) with can (soul, life), Turkish from Persian jān. It means 'a soul full of light' or 'dear light'. The c is pronounced like English j. It was a popular girls' name in Turkey in the later 20th century.
Is Nurcan a Muslim name?
Yes. Nurcan is used as a Muslim name; its first part, nur (light), is Arabic and Quranic, and the combination is common in Turkey.
Is Nurcan in the Quran?
The word nūr appears in 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Nurcan used?
Common in Turkey; Nurjan is used in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
Gifts with the name Nurcan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nurcan mean?
Nurcan means 'Soul of light; radiant soul'. It comes from Turkish (Arabic nūr + Persian jān).
Is Nurcan a Muslim name?
Yes. Nurcan is used as a Muslim name; its first part, nur (light), is Arabic and Quranic, and the combination is common in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Nurcan?
Nurcan is pronounced NOOR-jahn.
Is Nurcan mentioned in the Quran?
The word nūr appears in 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).