Noura Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Noura is an Arabic name meaning 'light' or 'radiance'. It has evolved from the root 'nūr'. The name embodies brightness and is associated with positive traits. It has no biblical relevance but has been widely used in Arabic cultures for centuries.
The name Noura is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Noura has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Noura' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8043rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5605th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3077th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Noura' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Noura"
Pronunciation
/ˈnʊərə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Noura is derived from the Arabic root 'nūr', which means 'light' or 'radiance'. It is often associated with brightness and illumination.
Meaning
light, radiance
Language Evolution
Nūr, Noura, Noora
Historical Usage
The name Noura has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions due to cultural exchanges and migration.
Variants & Derivatives
Noora, Nora, Norah
Modern Popularity & Image
Noura is viewed positively and is often associated with beauty and brightness. It is a popular name in many Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslims worldwide.
Famous People
Noura Al Kaabi - Emirati Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development, Noura Fatehi - Canadian actress and model
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Noura"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Noura"
"Noura" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8043rd of 27321 | 138 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5605th of 35406 | 355 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3077th of 30306 | 641 |
Regional Popularity of "Noura" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Noura" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
- |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
83.65% 3833rd/4582 |
78.20% 4038th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
72.04% 5376th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.80% 2502nd/3984 |
51.13% 2294th/4487 |
50.98% 3478th/6822 |
44.30% 2780th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Noura"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Noura" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.