Nuur
Nuur is a Muslim boy name meaning “Light, radiance”.
| Meaning | Light, radiance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | نور |
| Pronunciation | NOOR |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nuur
Nuur is the Somali spelling of Nūr, 'light'. Somali doubles the vowel to show its length. Among Somalis Nuur is a boy's name, while in many other countries Nur is given to girls as well. al-Nūr is one of the names of God, and Sura 24 is called al-Nūr.
Is Nuur a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuur is the Somali form of Nur, meaning light, a name connected to the Quranic name of God al-Nur.
Is Nuur in the Quran?
'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Nuur used?
Common among Somalis as a boy's name and as a family name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nuur mean?
Nuur means 'Light, radiance'. It comes from Arabic, Somali spelling.
Is Nuur a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuur is the Somali form of Nur, meaning light, a name connected to the Quranic name of God al-Nur.
How do you write Nuur in Arabic?
Nuur is written نور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nuur?
Nuur is pronounced NOOR.
Is Nuur mentioned in the Quran?
'Allah is the Light (nūr) of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).