Nurah
NOO-rah
Nurah is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “An Arabic name meaning 'light' or 'radiance,' evoking brightness and illumination.”, and peaked in popularity in 2021.
What Nurah Means
“An Arabic name meaning 'light' or 'radiance,' evoking brightness and illumination.”
The Story of Nurah
Even the faintest star holds a brilliance that pierces the deepest night. This name captures that celestial glow.
Nurah is a feminine name of Arabic origin, first documented in 1980. It is a direct derivative of 'Nur,' meaning 'light' or 'radiance,' a concept cherished in many cultures.
When you think of your daughter, you see a bright spirit, someone whose joy illuminates every room. Nurah is the name for the child you believe will bring an inner radiance and a hopeful glow to your world.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#14 in 2021
Total Births
137
First Recorded
1980
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