Noor
Noor is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “Light”, pronounced NOOR. It ranked #659 in the United States in 2025, given to 435 babies, and peaked at #659 in 2025. Common nicknames: Nooni, Nu.
How popular is Noor in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Noor mean, and where does it come from?
Noor is the Arabic nur, "light" — the word at the centre of the Quran's most quoted verse, the Light Verse, and one of the names of God. It is given to girls and boys across the Arab world, South Asia and Indonesia, and Queen Noor of Jordan, born Lisa Halaby in Washington, took it when she married. American records hold it from 1979; it entered the top thousand in 2015 and reached its highest position in 2025, rising every year as the -oor and -ur spellings settle into a single form.
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Famous People Named Noor
- Queen Noor of Jordan — American-born queen consort of King Hussein
- Noor Inayat Khan — British wartime radio operator in occupied France and George Cross recipient
- Noor Jehan — Pakistani singer and actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Noor mean?
Noor is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Light." Noor is the Arabic nur, "light" — the word at the centre of the Quran's most quoted verse, the Light Verse, and one of the names of God. It is given to girls and boys across the Arab world, South Asia and Indonesia, and Queen Noor of Jordan, born Lisa Halaby in Washington, took it when she married.
How do you pronounce Noor?
Noor is pronounced NOOR. Common variations include Nour, Nur, Noora.
Is Noor a girl name?
Yes, Noor is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Nooni, Nu.