Gurnoor
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Gurnoor
Gurnoor is a feminine Punjabi name with beautiful spiritual significance in Sikh culture. It combines 'Gur' meaning 'spiritual wisdom' or 'the Guru's teaching' with 'Noor' meaning 'light' or 'divine light,' creating the meaning 'light of wisdom' or 'the Guru's light.' This name reflects the Sikh spiritual tradition and the importance of divine knowledge illuminating one's path in life. While traditional in Punjab and within Sikh communities worldwide, it remains relatively uncommon in Western countries. Gurnoor carries strong cultural identity and religious significance for many families. The name's meaningful composition and melodious sound make it both spiritually significant and phonetically pleasing, with the nickname 'Noor' sometimes used affectionately.
Gurnoor is also given to boys.
Pronounced gor-NOOR.
As of October 2026, Gurnoor ranked #6189 for girls in US births in 2025 and #9268 for boys in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #4580 for girls in 2014 and #4556 for boys in 2011.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,580 | 31 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,770 | 29 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,972 | 27 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |