The nameNouria
Nouria is an Arabic girl's name, mostly given in France from the 1960s to the 1980s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
From the Arabic nur, "light".
Origin
Arabic, common in North Africa.
History
First given in France in the early 1950s, Nouria was given steadily from the 1960s to the 1980s, then became rare.
Popularity of the name Nouria
Nouria in France
1875thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1973peak year (35 births)
1,220babies named Nouria in France since 1900
Nouria was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 265 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Nouria. Its rise began around 1951, and it peaked in 1973. Half of all babies named Nouria in France were born before 1982, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nouria mean?
From the Arabic nur, "light".
What is the origin of the name Nouria?
Arabic, common in North Africa.
Is Nouria a girl's or a boy's name?
Nouria is a girl's name.