Norah-Mae
Arabic-Hebrew · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Norah-Mae
Norah-Mae combines Norah, derived from the Arabic name Nūr (نور) meaning "light," with Mae, a diminutive of Mary from Hebrew meaning "of the sea" or "beloved." The hyphenated form is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly among Irish, Scottish, and American families, with no specific religious requirement though both components have Judeo-Christian and Islamic associations.
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Etymology
Norah-Mae combines Norah, derived from the Arabic name Nūr (نور) meaning "light," with Mae, a diminutive of Mary from Hebrew meaning "of the sea" or "beloved." The hyphenated form is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly among Irish, Scottish, and American families, with no specific religious requirement though both components have Judeo-Christian and Islamic associations.
Norah-Mae currently ranks #5,591 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.
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