Houri Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Houri

"In Islam, a houri, or houris or hoor ayn in plural form, is a heavenly being with beautiful eyes who lives alongside the Muslim faithful in paradise"

Multiple origins Origin Gender-Neutral

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
In Islam, a houri, or houris or hoor ayn in plural form, is a heavenly being with beautiful eyes who lives alongside the Muslim faithful in paradise
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
N/A
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Houri Mean?

In Islam, a houri, or houris or hoor ayn in plural form, is a heavenly being with beautiful eyes who lives alongside the Muslim faithful in paradise.

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In Islam, a houri, or houris or hoor ayn in plural form, is a heavenly being with beautiful eyes who lives alongside the Muslim faithful in paradise.

Root Element
Houri
Core Meaning
"In Islam, a houri, or houris or hoor ayn in plural form, is a heavenly being with beautiful eyes who lives alongside the Muslim faithful in paradise"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Houri

H 8
O 6
U 3
R 9
I 9
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Houri" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "In Islam, a houri, or houris or hoor ayn in plural form, is a heavenly being with beautiful eyes who lives alongside the Muslim faithful in paradise".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

A name used globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Houri?

The Life Path number for Houri is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 8.

Is Houri a boy or girl name?

Houri is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 50% male and 50% female.

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