What is the origin of the name Nuri?

Nuri is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Nuri?

Nuri is currently ranked #2493 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

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UnisexArabic

Nuri

NOO-ree

Popularity

#2493

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

1,566

Peak Year

#239 in 2019

First Recorded

1975

Style

Earthy & Bohemian

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

This name has multiple origins. In Arabic, it means 'my light' or 'my fire'. In Hebrew, it can mean 'my candle'.

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Nur Ri

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Gender Split

Numerology

The Idealist

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Famous Namesakes

Nuri Sahin
Turkish former professional footballer and manager.

Nicknames

Nur Ri

Spelling Variations

Noori Nouri

Similar Names

Lucia Eleanor Orion Aurora

Personality Traits

BrightInspiringWarmGuidance

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