Noura
A female given name from the root n-w-r meaning 'light, radiance'. Among the most common female names in the Gulf.
- Root
- n-w-r (ن-و-ر)
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Light, radiance
- Origin
- Arabic
Meaning and root
Noura (nūra) derives from the root n-w-r (ن-و-ر), 'light'. The name carries the sense of radiance and brightness.
Usage
It is one of the most widespread female names in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, written variously as Noura, Nora and Norah in Latin script.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noura mean?
It means 'light, radiance', from the root n-w-r ('light').
Sources
- ابن منظور، لسان العرب، 711هـ — مادة: نور
Last reviewed: 2026-07-14