Noor: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced NOR · 1 syllable
Noor means “light”, from Arabic.
From Arabic (nur, “light”).
- Meaning
- light
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- NOR
- US rank (2025)
- #659
- US babies a year
- about 420 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Noor?
Noor was the #659 name in the US in 2025, given to 478 babies. It’s rising: up 54% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #659 |
| England & Wales | #283 |
| Scotland | #293 |
| Ireland | #378 |
| France | #204 |
| Norway | #172 |
| Canada | #255 |
| Australia | #432 |
How old are people named Noor?
Half of US adults named Noor are older than 25; most are between 18 and 39. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Noor
What does the name Noor mean?
Noor means “light”. It comes from Arabic.
How do you pronounce Noor?
Noor is pronounced NOR.
How popular is the name Noor?
Noor was the #659 name in the US in 2025, given to 478 babies. It’s rising: up 54% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Noor?
Half of US adults named Noor are older than 25. Most are between 18 and 39.