نورية

Nuriya

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Nuriya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Luminous, radiant”.

MeaningLuminous, radiant
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنورية
Pronunciationnoo-REE-yah
Arabic rootن و ر (n-w-r) — light
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Nuriya

Nuriya is the Arabic Nūriyya, luminous, an adjective formed from nūr. This spelling is typical of Central Asia, Tatarstan and the Caucasus, where Nuriya is a familiar women's name. In Algeria the form Nouria is more usual.

Is Nuriya a Muslim name?

Yes. Nuriya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning luminous.

Where is the name Nuriya used?

Found among Tatars, Bashkirs, Kazakhs and Uzbeks; Nouria in Algeria.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nuriya mean?

Nuriya means 'Luminous, radiant'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Nuriya a Muslim name?

Yes. Nuriya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning luminous.

How do you write Nuriya in Arabic?

Nuriya is written نورية in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Nuriya?

Nuriya is pronounced noo-REE-yah.

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