UK girl's name
Noora
Feminine Arabic name signifying brilliant light or radiant.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Noora is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Noora popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1065, with 32 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 32 births.
This profile covers 300 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Noora is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 299 living people in the UK are called Noora. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Noora ranked #1065 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 32 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 32 girls were registered as Noora.
- • About 299 living people in the UK are estimated to have Noora as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1065
2024
Births in 2024
32
Latest year
Peak year
2024
32 births
Estimated living
299
2026
Meaning
What does Noora mean?
The name Noora has its origins in Arabic language and culture, believed to have emerged in the Middle East region during the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic word "nur," which means "light" or "radiance." The name holds deep symbolic significance, often associated with enlightenment, purity, and divine guidance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Noora can be traced back to the 7th century, where it appeared in ancient Islamic texts and historical records. It was a popular name among Arab communities, particularly in regions such as the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East.
Throughout history, the name Noora has been borne by several notable figures. One such individual was Noora bint Ibrahim al-Ansari, a revered Muslim scholar and poet who lived in the 8th century. She was renowned for her knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the literary arts.
In the 12th century, Noora al-Baghdadiyah was a celebrated female physician and scholar from Baghdad. She made significant contributions to the field of medicine and was highly respected for her expertise in treating various ailments.
Another notable figure was Noora bint Jahsh, a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad and the wife of his cousin, Ali ibn Abi Talib. She played a pivotal role in the early days of Islam and is remembered for her unwavering faith and devotion.
In the realm of literature, Noora al-Andalusiya was a renowned poet and writer from Andalusia, Spain, during the 11th century. Her works were highly acclaimed for their poetic finesse and profound insights into the human experience.
Noora al-Amir was a powerful and influential female ruler who governed parts of modern-day Syria and Lebanon in the 12th century. She was known for her diplomatic skills and strategic leadership, which helped maintain stability and prosperity in the region during her reign.
These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have carried the name Noora throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Noora over time
The chart below shows babies named Noora registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Noora, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 32 births in 2024, compared with 32 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Noora by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Noora was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #1310 | 124 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2470 | 113 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3288 | 50 | 9 |
| 1990s | #3113 | 13 | 3 |
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- Natasha 15,578
- Nancy 12,607
- Naomi 12,199
- Natalie 10,885
- Nevaeh 7,869
- Nina 7,285
- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
- Nicola 4,927
FAQ
Noora: questions and answers
How popular is the name Noora in the UK right now?
In 2024, Noora was ranked #1065 for girls in England and Wales, with 32 births registered.
When was Noora most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 32 babies registered as Noora in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Noora?
Feminine Arabic name signifying brilliant light or radiant.
How many people are called Noora in the UK?
A total of 300 babies have been registered as Noora across the 27 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.