Rising since 1985, #2,214 for girls today.
Popularity of Noura since 1983
Babies named Noura per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 138 |
| 2000s | 229 |
| 2010s | 390 |
| 2020s | 412 |
Meaning & origin
Noura entered U.S. records in 1983 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 1985. By 2025 it had reached rank 2,214, with roughly 1 in 19,365 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year thus far is 2024. The name sees notable use in New Jersey, New York, and Illinois, reflecting strong cultural ties to Arabic-speaking communities in those states. Noura's appeal lies in its simple beauty and profound meaning, connecting bearers to a rich linguistic and spiritual heritage.
Noura is a feminine form of the Arabic name Nour (or Nur), which means 'light' or 'illumination.' It is widely used in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities, often chosen for its spiritual connotations of divine light and guidance. The name has also gained popularity in Western countries among families with multicultural backgrounds.
Where Noura is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Noura” around the world
Where Noura lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
70
babies in 2024
Ireland
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Noor, Nori, Nona
Sibling names for Noura
Names that share Noura's style, for a brother or sister.
