Munir
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Munir
Munir derives from the Arabic root n-w-r (نور), meaning "light" or "illuminating," and is traditionally used as an adjective meaning "shining" or "brilliant." The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Arab communities, with historical prominence in Islamic scholarship and literature.
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Etymology
Munir derives from the Arabic root n-w-r (نور), meaning "light" or "illuminating," and is traditionally used as an adjective meaning "shining" or "brilliant." The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Arab communities, with historical prominence in Islamic scholarship and literature.
Munir currently ranks #3,025 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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