Noor
Noor is a unisex name of Arabic origin meaning “light, divine light.” It ranked #659 in the United States in 2025. From Arabic 'nur' meaning light, frequently used in Islamic contexts to describe divine illumination.
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how do you pronounce Noor?
NOOR
where does the name Noor come from?
A common Arabic unisex name meaning light, from al-Nur; feminine variants include Noora, Nora, Norah, Noura and Nura.
'Nur' appears in the Quran and is compounded in names like Noor-ul-Ain (light of the eye). It is widely used across the Arab world, Iran, and South Asia.
how popular is this name?
Noor has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 11 years since 2015. It peaked at #659 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #659 |
| 2024 | #710 |
| 2023 | #790 |
| 2022 | #773 |
| 2021 | #854 |
| 2020 | #886 |
| 2019 | #930 |
| 2018 | #855 |
| 2017 | #875 |
| 2016 | #902 |
| 2015 | #989 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Noor fell outside the top 1,000.
what are the nicknames and variants of Noor?
who are famous people named Noor?
- Queen Noor of Jordan
- Noor Inayat Khan (WWII spy and heroine)
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quick answers about Noor
What does the name Noor mean?
Noor means “light, divine light”.
What is the origin of the name Noor?
Noor comes from the Arabic naming tradition. Related forms include Noora, Nora, Norah and Noura.
How popular is the name Noor?
Noor ranked #659 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Noor a boy or girl name?
Noor is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Noor?
Noor is pronounced NOOR, with 1 syllable.
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