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Nuru

Swahili
"light, born during the day"
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Madison Dresler
By Madison Dresler
Updated Thu Mar 20 2025

Nuru Origin and Meaning

The name Nuru is a girl's name of Swahili origin meaning "light, born during the day".

Related to the better-known Arabic name Noor.

Famous People Named Nuru

  • Nuru Kane
    Senegalese singer/songwriter
  • Sara Nuru
    German model

The name Nuru in Nameberry Blog Posts

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