Nuurto
Nuurto is a Muslim girl name meaning “Light, radiance”.
| Meaning | Light, radiance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Nur |
| Arabic spelling | نور |
| Pronunciation | NOOR-toh |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light, to shine |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nuurto
Nuurto is a Somali girl's name formed from Nuur, the Somali spelling of Arabic Nūr (light), with the feminine ending -to that Somali also uses in names such as Barwaaqo and Sahro. Somali writes long vowels double, which is why Nuur and Nuurto have uu. It is the feminine counterpart of the boy's name Nuur.
Is Nuurto a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuurto is a Muslim name, a Somali feminine form of the Arabic Nur (light).
Is Nuurto in the Quran?
The word nur appears in the Quran, including 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Nuurto used?
Used among Somali families in Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti, Kenya and Ethiopia, and in the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nuurto mean?
Nuurto means 'Light, radiance'. It comes from Somali form of Arabic Nur.
Is Nuurto a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuurto is a Muslim name, a Somali feminine form of the Arabic Nur (light).
How do you write Nuurto in Arabic?
Nuurto is written نور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nuurto?
Nuurto is pronounced NOOR-toh.
Is Nuurto mentioned in the Quran?
The word nur appears in the Quran, including 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).