Noor
Noor: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɔɹ/ · /nʊ(ə)ɹ/
Meaning and origin of Noor
- A unisex given name from Arabic.
Etymology
From Arabic نُور (nūr, “light”).
How popular is Noor?
Since 1880, 8,276 girls and 1,077 boys in the U.S. have been named Noor (88% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #659 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #2518 in 2005. In 2025 it ranked #659 for girls, with 478 babies given the name.
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Noor FAQ
What does the name Noor mean?
A unisex given name from Arabic. From Arabic نُور (nūr, “light”).
What is the origin of the name Noor?
Noor is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Noor?
Since 1880, 8,276 girls and 1,077 boys in the U.S. have been named Noor (88% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #659 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #2518 in 2005. In 2025 it ranked #659 for girls, with 478 babies given the name.
Is Noor a boy or girl name?
Noor is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (8,276 girls and 1,077 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.