First name Numan - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Turkish
Nameday
Meaning
The male first name Numan has its roots in Arabic and means "the enlightened" or "the knowledgeable". It is mainly popular in Turkey and the Arab world. Numan is also a common surname in Turkey and Iran. The name is closely related to the Arabic word "nūr", which means "light" or "enlightenment". In Islamic tradition, Numan is considered a name for a wise and educated man.
Famous people with the first name Numan
- Gary Numan (Musician)
- Numan Acar (German actor and film producer of Turkish descent)
- Arthur Numan (Dutch footballer)
- Numan Kurtulmuş (Turkish politician of the Saadet Party)