Noor
Noor first appears in US records in 1979. It peaked in 2025, when 435 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 435.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Noor popular?
Near its peak Noor is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 2,176 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,673 | |
| 2000s | 2,124 | |
| 1990s | 1,053 | |
| 1980s | 243 | |
| 1970s | 7 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Noor mean?
Noor (نور, nur) means 'light' and comes from the Arabic root n-w-r. It is used for girls and boys across the Muslim world and carries connotations of radiance and divine light. Transliteration varies between Noor, Nour and Nur.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noor mean?
Noor means Light. Noor (نور, nur) means 'light' and comes from the Arabic root n-w-r. It is used for girls and boys across the Muslim world and carries connotations of radiance and divine light. Transliteration varies between Noor, Nour and Nur.
What is the origin of the name Noor?
Noor is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Noor?
Noor is pronounced “NOOR.”
Is Noor a boy or a girl name?
Noor is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Noor a popular name right now?
Noor is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Noor?
In 2025, Noor ranked #659 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Noor most popular?
Noor was most popular in 2025, when about 435 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Noor?
Names similar to Noor include Salma, Inaya, Lina, Layan, Yara.
What names go well with Noor?
arabic names that pair well with Noor include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.