Kohinur
Persian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Kohinur
Kohinur (also spelled Koh-i-Noor) comes from Persian and means "mountain of light," derived from "koh" (mountain) and "nur" (light).
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Etymology
Kohinur (also spelled Koh-i-Noor) comes from Persian and means "mountain of light," derived from "koh" (mountain) and "nur" (light). The name is primarily used in Persian, Indian, and Muslim cultures, most famously associated with the legendary Kohinur Diamond, a 105-carat gem with a documented history spanning Indian, Persian, and British imperial ownership.
Kohinur currently ranks #2,442 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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