N
NamyLab

Nouri

female
Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"My Light"

An Arabic and Persian name from a root meaning light, used for both genders in different regions.

Themes:arabiclightunisextheophoric
BiblicalUniqueRare

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Nouri

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8788Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
Unranked

Nouri did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
--

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Nouri Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Nouri.

8 ideas
nour
Nickname
nouy
Nickname
nouriy
Nickname
nourio
Nickname
nouriie
Nickname
ouri
Nickname
uriy
Nickname
nie
Nickname

Similar Names to Nouri

female

Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

#94
|Hebrew
female

Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

#282
|Greek
female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Abigail

AB-ih-gayl

“My Father Is Joy”

#32
|Hebrew
female

Amber

“Amber Resin”

#541
|Arabic
female

Annie

“Grace, Favor”

#191
|Hebrew
female

Anne

“Grace; Favor”

#649
|Hebrew
female

Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463
|Hebrew
female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304
|French
female

Alma

“Nourishing; Kind”

#472
|Latin

Baby Name Lists That Include Nouri

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Nouri, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

20 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Nouri mean?
Nouri means "My Light". An Arabic and Persian name from a root meaning light, used for both genders in different regions.
What is the origin of Nouri?
Nouri is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Nouri?
According to the latest SSA data, Nouri is currently ranked #8788 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Nouri a girl name?
Nouri is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Nouri?
Popular nicknames for Nouri include nour, nouy, nouriy, nourio, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Nouri?
There are many names similar to Nouri in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic, Persian
Syllables2
Length5 letters
US Rank#8788
Trend↑ Rising
Starts withN

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Nouri

Nouri has Arabic roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Arabic baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Nouri appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Light and Persian Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Unique Baby Names and Arabic Baby Names.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Nouri pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Nouri beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.