Nora Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nora Name at a Glance

Name	Nora
Meaning	Light.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Nora Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nora means “Light”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nora Name Origin

Our database records Nora under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nora a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nora is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nora

When considering Nora for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.