NaOR

Naor is a surname of Hebrew origin that appears among Jewish communities and in Israel. In some cases it is also encountered as a given name in Hebrew-speaking contexts. The name is most widely recognized in academic and professional circles through individuals who have contributed to science and scholarship.

Notable people with the surname include Moni Naor, an Israeli-American computer scientist and cryptographer. Naor is known for his work in cryptography and theoretical computer science, including foundational research on pseudorandomness and secure computation. His publications have had a significant influence on modern cryptographic practice and the study of computational hardness, and he has collaborated on several widely cited papers and concepts within the field. Beyond Moni Naor, the surname is borne by other individuals in various fields, primarily within Israel and the broader Jewish diaspora, though they may be less widely known in international contexts.

The name Naor is thus associated in public discourse mainly with contributions to cryptography and computing through Moni Naor, while also functioning as a marker of Hebrew-origin lineage in broader cultural and genealogical discussions. As with many Hebrew surnames, its bearers may reflect a diverse range of occupations and trajectories across different countries and communities.