Numero Sign Letter
The № numero sign (U+2116) is a stylized symbol used to indicate “number” or “no.”
U+2116
The № symbol, also called the numero sign, is a typographic character for writing “number” or “no.” in a compact style. It’s commonly used in labels, documents, and designs where you want a distinct look. Below you’ll find meaning, practical uses, and ready-to-copy code escapes.
Numero Sign Letter Meaning
The № (NUMERO SIGN, U+2116) is used to represent “number” or “no.” before identifiers such as document numbers, street/house numbers, model codes, or reference IDs. Visually, it’s a stylized form that’s often preferred in formal or design-heavy contexts over writing “No.” or “#”. In many languages it functions like an abbreviation, for example in addresses or cataloging, and it can also appear in titles and headings to label items. When you need a single Unicode character (rather than letters), this symbol is a good choice for consistent typography.
Common uses
- •Writing “No.” before document, invoice, or reference numbers
- •Labeling form sections, tickets, or item identifiers in PDFs and templates
- •Using in addresses to denote house or building numbers
- •Displaying model or product numbers in catalogs and UI design
- •Decorative headings or captions that require a typographic “number” marker
Examples
№ Numero Sign (U+2116) — Copy & Use
- №Invoice № 1047
- №Room № 12B
- №Order № A-20319
- №Ticket № 558901
- №Model № XN-77
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2116 | |
| HTML Entity | № | |
| HTML Code | № | |
| CSS | \2116 |
FAQ
What does the Numero Sign letter mean?
The № (NUMERO SIGN, U+2116) is used to represent “number” or “no.” before identifiers such as document numbers, street/house numbers, model codes, or reference IDs. Visually, it’s a stylized form that’s often preferred in formal or design-heavy contexts over writing “No.” or “#”. In many languages it functions like an abbreviation, for example in addresses or cataloging, and it can also appear in titles and headings to label items. When you need a single Unicode character (rather than letters), this symbol is a good choice for consistent typography.
What Unicode character is №?
№ is the NUMERO SIGN with Unicode code point U+2116.
How do I copy and paste the symbol №?
Copy the character from this page (№) and paste it into your document, design tool, or text field.
Is № the same as “#” or “No.”?
They’re not identical: № is a dedicated Unicode character (U+2116). “No.” is text, and “#” is the number sign (#). They can be used similarly, but they render differently.
How can I type № in HTML and CSS?
Use the HTML entity № or CSS escape \\2116.