Nuria Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNOOR-ee-uh / /ˈnʊəriə/Arabic; Catalan
Meaning
Arabic: 'light'; Catalan: 'nurturing'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nuria is a name with roots in both Arabic and Catalan cultures. In Arabic, it is often associated with light and brightness. In Catalonia, it is linked to a region known for its natural beauty and historical significance. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and remains popular in modern times.
Trend Summary
Nuria has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Spanish or Arabic heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nuri
- Nuriah
International Variants
- Núria (Catalan)
- Nouria (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nuria was first seen in the United States in 1960. Nuria has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Nuria has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nuria (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 22 |