The nameNoora
Noora is an Arabic and Finnish name. It reached its best rank in England and Wales in 2025.
- Girl's name
- Arabic and Finnish
Meaning
In Arabic Noora comes from nur, "light". In Finnish it is a form of Nora.
Origin
Arabic and Finnish.
History
In England and Wales Noora reached 733rd place in 2025.
Popularity of the name Noora
Noora in the United States
Noora was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 337 births over the decade, 39% of all recorded babies named Noora. Its rise began around 1984, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Noora in the United States were born before 2015, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 46 births a year.
Variants and related names
Sibling names for Noora
Names from the same generation as Noora, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noora mean?
In Arabic Noora comes from nur, "light". In Finnish it is a form of Nora.
What is the origin of the name Noora?
Arabic and Finnish.
Is Noora a girl's or a boy's name?
Noora is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Noora?
In 2024, Noora was the 2721st most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 63 births.
What are the variants of the name Noora?
Variants and related names of Noora include Eleanor, Nora and Norah.
What are good sibling names for Noora?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Kenza, Aziza, Halima and Isra for a sister, Ayoub, Ishaq, Abbas and Akram for a brother.