Neorah, derived from the Hebrew name "Nora," means "light." It is of Greek origin and was popular among early Christians. The name gained prominence during the Middle Ages and has since been used throughout Europe, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and France. Neorah is often associated with the Latin name "Lumina" due to its meaning. In literature, it is notable as the name of a character in George Eliot's novel "Daniel Deronda.
Neorah has had steady popularity with exactly 5 babies named Neorah each year since 2016.