Hoor is of Arabic origin, meaning "free" or "liberated." It is derived from the Arabic word "hur," which signifies freedom and emancipation. This name holds significant cultural and historical importance in the Middle East, often associated with celebrations of liberation and independence. In Islamic culture, Hoor is also one of the names given to the beautiful maidens (houris) in Paradise described in the Quran. As a given name, Hoor is unisex but is more commonly used for females. It offers a unique yet meaningful choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with deep cultural roots.
The name Hoor experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable increase from 6 births in 2015 to 13 in 2017, and again to 10 in 2022. However, there was also a decline from 9 births in 2021 to 9 in 2023. Overall, Hoor has been given to 82 babies over these ten years.