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Meaning

Radiant, illuminating

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage
The name Manir is a classic masculine title rooted in Arabic tradition. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Radiant, illuminating', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Manir has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Manir, like Munir, comes from the Arabic root n-w-r, meaning "luminous."

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ู†-ูˆ-ุฑ (n-w-r, 'to illuminate'). Manir means 'luminous, radiant.'

Islamic Significance

Light is the image the Quran uses for God himself in the verse of light: God is the light of the heavens and the earth, his light like a niche in which is a lamp (24:35).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world.