Monir
Monir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Shining, luminous, bright”.
| Meaning | Shining, luminous, bright |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Bengali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | منير |
| Pronunciation | moh-NEER |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Monir
Monir is the Bengali spelling of the Arabic Munīr, 'shining, giving light'. It comes from the root of nūr, 'light'. In Bangladesh it is used alone and in compounds such as Moniruzzaman and Monirul Islam.
Is Monir a Muslim name?
Yes. Monir is the Bengali form of Munir, an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'luminous'.
Is Monir in the Quran?
The word munīr is used in the Quran for the Prophet ﷺ as 'a light-giving lamp' (sirājan munīrā) (Quran 33:46).
Where is the name Monir used?
Common in Bangladesh; Munir is used across the Arab world and Pakistan.
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Spellings and variants of Monir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Monir mean?
Monir means 'Shining, luminous, bright'. It comes from Arabic, Bengali spelling.
Is Monir a Muslim name?
Yes. Monir is the Bengali form of Munir, an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'luminous'.
How do you write Monir in Arabic?
Monir is written منير in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Monir?
Monir is pronounced moh-NEER.
Is Monir mentioned in the Quran?
The word munīr is used in the Quran for the Prophet ﷺ as 'a light-giving lamp' (sirājan munīrā) (Quran 33:46).