Noorah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNOO-rah / /ˈnʊərə/Arabic; English
Meaning
light; honor
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Noorah is derived from 'nur,' meaning light, and is often associated with brightness and illumination in various cultural contexts. The name is popular in many Muslim communities due to its positive connotations. In English-speaking contexts, Noorah may be seen as a variant of Nora, which has roots in both Latin and Irish, meaning honor or honorific.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nora
- Norah
- Noora
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Núria (Catalan)
Famous people named Noorah
Noorah Al-Hamadi — Qatari athlete.
Fictional characters named Noorah
Noorah — The Last Guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Noorah was first seen in the United States in 2005. Noorah has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Noorah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Noorah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 16 |