Girl name
Nurjanah name meaning
“light of paradise”
Nurjanah is a feminine name meaning “light of paradise,” an Indonesian form combining Arabic nūr and jannah. Nūr means “light,” while jannah means “paradise” or “garden.” The spelling variant Nurjannah more clearly preserves the doubled consonant in jannah by retaining two consecutive n letters.
What does Nurjanah mean?
The ending -ah has different backgrounds in Indah, Fatimah, and Aisyah. In some Arabic-derived names, this spelling can represent a feminine ending, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -ah. More girl names ending in -ah →
Origin and cultural usage of Nurjanah
An Indonesian form combining Arabic nūr, 'light', with jannah, 'paradise or garden'. Nurjannah more clearly preserves the doubled consonant of jannah.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Nurjanah in Islam and the Quran
Nurjanah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Nurjanah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Nurjanah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Nurjanah as a first name
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Interpretation
May you be a guide filled with love and closeness, like heaven's light.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Mawaddah: love and affection
- Dalila: guide, one who shows the way
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Nurjanah Sabila
Interpretation
A picture of heaven's light accompanying the path being taken.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Sabila: path, way to follow
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Interpretation
A noble princess and friendly companion, radiant like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Rafika: female friend, kindly companion
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Nurjanah Atikah
Interpretation
May you possess nobility and good standing, like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Atikah: noble, of good standing
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Nurjanah Fathia
Interpretation
May you achieve victory shining brightly like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Fathia: associated with victory
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Interpretation
A picture of life's provisions joined with heaven's light and springs.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Rizkiana: sustenance, gift of livelihood
- Salsa: spring in paradise
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Nurjanah Fauziyah
Interpretation
May you achieve success and victory, radiant like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Fauziyah: successful, victorious
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Nurjanah Humaira
Interpretation
A picture of a soft red blush joined with heaven's light.Meaning of each word
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Humaira: a delicate reddish hue
Nurjanah as a middle name
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Interpretation
May you become a woman of noble character, radiant like heaven's light.Meaning of each word
- Fadilla: virtue, moral excellence
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Annisa: the women
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Interpretation
A picture of happiness feeling close and radiant like heaven's light.Meaning of each word
- Dania: near, within reach
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Saidah: happy, fortunate
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Interpretation
May you bring comforting closeness and gentleness, like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Inas: familiar companionship that brings comfort
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Latipah: gentle, gracious
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Interpretation
A wise woman with contrasting black and white eyes, radiant like heaven's light.Meaning of each word
- Haura: having eyes with contrasting white and black
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Rasyidah: wise, rightly guided
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Interpretation
May you preserve your honor and observe attentively, like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Afifah: chaste, preserving personal honor
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Rania: one who gazes intently
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Interpretation
A noble princess offering small acts of support, radiant like heaven's light.Meaning of each word
- Rufaidah: a little help, support
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
Nurjanah as a last name
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Husna Nurjanah
Interpretation
May you become the very best, radiant like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Husna: best; most beautiful
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
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Interpretation
A picture of bright and radiant protection joined with heaven's light.Meaning of each word
- Isma: protection, safeguarding
- Zahro: bright, radiant
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
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Izzah Nurjanah
Interpretation
May you possess dignity and honor, radiant like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Izzah: dignity, might, and honor
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
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Fara Nurjanah
Interpretation
May you be filled with joy shining like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Fara: joy
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
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Ulfa Nurjanah
Interpretation
May you bring closeness and affection, like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Ulfa: affection and closeness
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
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Rufaidah Nurjanah
Interpretation
May you offer help and support, radiant like the light of heaven.Meaning of each word
- Rufaidah: a little help, support
- Nurjanah: light of paradise
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How to pronounce Nurjanah
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /nurdʒanah/ |
| Arabic script | نور الجنة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦸꦂꦗꦤꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮥᮁᮏᮔᮂ |
Is Nurjanah a girl’s name?
Yes, Nurjanah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Nurjanah ranks #139 among girl names in our data sample (56 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Nurjanah
Names with related meanings
- Nur♂♀Light, illuminating radiance
- Nurul♂♀Light of
- Dian♂♀Lamp, illuminating light
- Noor♂♀Light, illuminating radiance
- Nurhayati♀Light of life
- Nuraini♀Light of my eye
- Noer♂♀Light, illuminating radiance
- Cahya♂♀Light, radiance
- Zahra♀Radiant and luminous
- Nelly♀Light, in traditional interpretation
- Nurhasanah♀Light of goodness
- Helena♀Torch, bright light
Famous people named Nurjanah
- Nurjanah Yusuf
- Nurjanah
- Nurjanah · b. 1961
- Nurjanah
- Nurjanah · b. 1988
- Nurjanah · b. 1981
- Nurjanah
- Nurjanah · b. 1960
- Nurjanah · b. 1984
- Nurjanah · b. 1978
- Nurjanah
- Nurjanah · b. 1971
FAQ about the name Nurjanah
What is the meaning of Nurjanah?
Nurjanah means light of paradise. An Indonesian form combining Arabic nūr, 'light', with jannah, 'paradise or garden'. Nurjannah more clearly preserves the doubled consonant of jannah.
Is Nurjanah a girl’s name?
Yes, Nurjanah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Nurjanah?
Nurjanah is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Nurjanah in the Quran?
Nurjanah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Nurjanah have?
Nurjanah has 3 syllables (Nur-ja-nah) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Nurjanah?
Nurjanah ranks #139 among girl names in our data sample (56 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Nurjanah?
Other spellings: Nurjannah.
What full names go well with Nurjanah?
Some ideas: Nurjanah Mawaddah Dalila; Fadilla Nurjanah Annisa; Husna Nurjanah.
Famous people named Nurjanah?
Notable people named Nurjanah include Nurjanah Yusuf, Nurjanah, Nurjanah.
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