Nurul
Nurul is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Light of”.
| Meaning | Light of |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, Malay / Bengali usage |
| Arabic spelling | نور ال |
| Pronunciation | NOO-rul |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nurul
Nurul is the Arabic nūr al-, 'light of', and is the first half of compound names such as Nurul Huda (light of guidance) or Nurul Islam (light of Islam). In Malaysia and Indonesia it is used mostly for girls, for example Nurul Izzah, while in Bangladesh compounds like Nurul Islam and Nurul Amin are men's names. On its own it is incomplete in Arabic, so it is best paired with a second word.
Is Nurul a Muslim name?
Yes. Nurul is part of Arabic-origin Muslim compound names meaning light of, common in Malaysia, Indonesia and Bangladesh.
Where is the name Nurul used?
Very common in Malaysia and Indonesia (girls) and Bangladesh (boys).
Gifts with the name Nurul
- Nurul name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Nurul
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nurul mean?
Nurul means 'Light of'. It comes from Arabic, Malay / Bengali usage.
Is Nurul a Muslim name?
Yes. Nurul is part of Arabic-origin Muslim compound names meaning light of, common in Malaysia, Indonesia and Bangladesh.
How do you write Nurul in Arabic?
Nurul is written نور ال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nurul?
Nurul is pronounced NOO-rul.