Nuria
noor-ee-uh
Popularity:10482
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Arabic
Meaning:Place between the valleys
Nuria is a girl’s name that shines with beauty, grace, and spirituality. It’s a Spanish form of Núria, which is a Catalan name taken from the Virgin of Nuria, a Marian shrine located in the Vall de Núria. The name is believed to be of Basque origin and related to the word Norra, meaning “place between valleys.” It’s also been linked to the Arabic name Nur, meaning “light.” If you’re looking for a name that celebrates faith, nature, and culture in a harmonious and elegant way, Nuria ticks all the boxes.
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