How Many People Are Named Nurul?

Complete statistics for the name Nurul: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Nurul
Very Rare
Arabic

Nurul means 'light' in Arabic, making it a name full of hope and positivity. Only 13 people named Nurul live in the US today, which means 1 in 26,012,784 Americans share this unique name. The name peaked in popularity in 1988 with 8 births, showing its stable presence over the years.

~13
Living in US
1 in 26,012,784
Americans
1988
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Light
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Hopeful Positive Inspiring
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,199,321
Worldwide Bearers
#684
Global Rank
🇲🇾 Malaysia
459,285
🇮🇩 Indonesia
433,139
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
180,726
🇮🇳 India
94,956
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
18,184
🇧🇳 Brunei
2,840
🇶🇦 Qatar
2,150
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
1,309
🇬🇧 England
1,185
🇹🇭 Thailand
1,167

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
13 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 38
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
13
Would be 30–60 (100%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 13 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1988

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
17
Classic Feel
25
Modern Appeal
75
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Nurul Through the Generations

Nurul, meaning 'light' in Arabic, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1988 with 8 births. Today, there are 13 individuals named Nurul living in the country, representing a very rare name among the American populace. With an average age of 38, Nurul is predominantly found among those aged 30 to 60, indicating a name that's been embraced by a newer generation of parents.

✨ Similar Names to Nurul

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nurul's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Nurul

How Many People Have the Name Nurul?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 13 people in the United States currently share the name Nurul. That works out to roughly 1 in every 26,012,784 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nurul a Common or Rare Name?

Nurul is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Nurul Mean?

Nurul means "light" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Nurul in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Nurul Most Popular?

The name Nurul reached peak popularity in 1988, with 8 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Nurul?

Approximately 13 people named Nurul live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 13. That works out to roughly 1 in 26,012,784 Americans.

Is Nurul a rare name?

Nurul is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 26,012,784 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nurul mean?

Nurul means "light" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Nurul more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Nurul are male and 100% are female.

When was Nurul most popular?

Nurul peaked in 1988 with 8 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US13
All-Time Births13
1 in X1 in 26,012,784
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age38
Peak Year1988
World Rank#684
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.