Nuru
Nuru is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Light”.
| Meaning | Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Nūr |
| Arabic spelling | نور |
| Pronunciation | NOO-roo |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nuru
Nuru is the Swahili form of Nūr, 'light', with the final -u. Al-Nūr, 'the Light', is one of the names of God, and Surah 24 of the Quran is called al-Nūr. In East Africa Nuru is given to both girls and boys, often to a child born in daylight.
Is Nuru a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuru is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Nur, meaning 'light'.
Is Nuru in the Quran?
The word appears in the famous Verse of Light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Nuru used?
Common in Tanzania and Kenya.
Gifts with the name Nuru
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Nuru
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nuru mean?
Nuru means 'Light'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Nūr.
Is Nuru a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuru is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Nur, meaning 'light'.
How do you write Nuru in Arabic?
Nuru is written نور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nuru?
Nuru is pronounced NOO-roo.
Is Nuru mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the famous Verse of Light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).