Anwaar
Anwaar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Lights, radiances”.
| Meaning | Lights, radiances |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أنوار |
| Pronunciation | an-WAAR |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Anwaar
Anwār is the plural of nūr, 'light', and means 'lights' or 'radiances'. The double-a spelling Anwaar is common in Pakistan, where it is mostly a girl's name, while Anwar is the usual male form. The word appears in the titles of classical works such as Anwār al-Tanzīl, al-Bayḍāwī's Quran commentary.
Is Anwaar a Muslim name?
Yes. Anwaar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'lights', from the same root as al-Nūr, a Name of Allah.
Is Anwaar in the Quran?
The root appears in the Verse of Light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Anwaar used?
Used in Pakistan, India and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Anwaar
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Spellings and variants of Anwaar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anwaar mean?
Anwaar means 'Lights, radiances'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Anwaar a Muslim name?
Yes. Anwaar is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'lights', from the same root as al-Nūr, a Name of Allah.
How do you write Anwaar in Arabic?
Anwaar is written أنوار in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Anwaar?
Anwaar is pronounced an-WAAR.
Is Anwaar mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the Verse of Light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).