Noraya
Fact sheet
- Name
- Noraya
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The girl's name Noraya is a derivation of the Turkish name Nuray. Translated, it means 'the bright moon' or 'the light of the moon'.
What does the name Noraya mean?
The name Noraya for girls is a variant of the Turkish name Nuray. Symbolically, it stands for 'the bright moon' or 'the light of the moon'. Its roots can be found in the Arabic word nūr (نُور), which means 'the light', 'the sunlight', 'the shine', 'the illumination', or 'the holy light', as well as in the Old Turkish word ay (آی), which means 'the moon'. Other forms of the name include Nuraj and Noraja.
Where does the name Noraya come from?
The name Noraya has its origins in the Old Turkish and Arabic languages and means 'the bright moon'.
How do you pronounce Noraya?
Noraya is pronounced approximately as: No-rah-ya.
Popularity
In Germany, Noraya is a rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th on the list of the most common baby names for girls. Its highest ranking was in 2008, reaching 1,636th place. Over the last ten years, Noraya has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,571st in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,387th.
Frequently asked questions about the name Noraya
What is the meaning of the name Noraya?
The name Noraya means 'the bright moon' or 'the light of the moon' and has its roots in the Arabic word nūr, which means 'the light'.
Where does the name Noraya come from?
Noraya has its origins in the Old Turkish and Arabic languages and is composed of the words nūr and ay.
How popular is the name Noraya?
The name Noraya is known in various cultures but has gained popularity in recent years, especially in regions with Turkish and Arabic influence.