Nor

Meaning of Nor

The name Nor is a unique and elegant choice for a baby, suitable for both boys and girls. It is pronounced "nor" (/nɔːr/) in English and Spanish, making it easily recognizable across different languages. Nor is often seen as a variant of the name Nora, which has roots in Greek, meaning "light," and in Hebrew, meaning "honor." Despite its simplicity, Nor carries a sense of sophistication and modernity. In the United States, the name has seen sporadic usage over the years with a few occurrences each year from 2002 to 2023. While not widely common, its rarity adds to its charm for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.

Pronunciation

Spanish

  • Pronunced as nor (/nor/)

English

  • Pronunced as nor (/nɔːr/)

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Notable People Named Nor

Nor Farhan Muhammad - Mohd Nor Farhan Bin Muhammad, P.B. is a Malaysian footballer known for his skills as a forward and attacking midfielder.
Nor Azrina Surip - Nor Azrina binti Surip is a Malaysian politician who served as the Member of Parliament for Merbok from May 2018 to November 2022, representing the People's Justice Party (PKR).
Nor Sarah Adi - Nor Sarah binti Adi is a Malaysian pole vaulter who achieved gold and bronze medals in the 2021 Southeast Asian Games.
Nor Shafeeqah Yahya is a Malaysian international lawn bowler.
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