Mansour
Mansour is a Muslim boy name meaning “Victorious, aided by God”.
| Meaning | Victorious, aided by God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | منصور |
| Pronunciation | mahn-SOOR |
| Arabic root | ن ص ر (n-ṣ-r) — to help, to give victory |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mansour
Mansour is the French spelling of Manṣūr, 'one who is helped to victory', a passive form of the root n-ṣ-r. It was famously borne by the Abbasid Caliph al-Manṣūr, founder of Baghdad. In Senegal it is also associated with Serigne Mansour Sy, a Tijani leader of Tivaouane. The name is used throughout the Arab world and West Africa.
Is Mansour a Muslim name?
Yes. Mansour is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'victorious, aided by God'.
Is Mansour in the Quran?
The word appears in 'indeed, he has been supported (manṣūrā)' (Quran 17:33).
Where is the name Mansour used?
Used across the Arab world, Senegal, Mauritania and the Sahel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mansour mean?
Mansour means 'Victorious, aided by God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mansour a Muslim name?
Yes. Mansour is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'victorious, aided by God'.
How do you write Mansour in Arabic?
Mansour is written منصور in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mansour?
Mansour is pronounced mahn-SOOR.
Is Mansour mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'indeed, he has been supported (manṣūrā)' (Quran 17:33).