Muneera
Muneera is a Muslim girl name meaning “Shining, radiant, light-giving”.
| Meaning | Shining, radiant, light-giving |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | منيرة |
| Pronunciation | moo-NEE-rah |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light, to shine |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Muneera
Muneera is a spelling of Munīra, the feminine of Munīr, meaning 'giving light'. The Quran uses the exact word munīran for the light-giving moon and the Prophet's lamp-like guidance. The name is long established across the Arab world, and Muneera is the spelling most often seen in South Asia and the Gulf.
Is Muneera a Muslim name?
Yes. Muneera is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'radiant' or 'light-giving', and the word appears in the Quran.
Is Muneera in the Quran?
The Quran speaks of 'a lamp and a shining moon' (qamaran munīrā) (Quran 25:61).
Where is the name Muneera used?
Used in the Gulf, Pakistan and India; Munira is more common in Egypt and Central Asia.
Gifts with the name Muneera
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Spellings and variants of Muneera
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muneera mean?
Muneera means 'Shining, radiant, light-giving'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Muneera a Muslim name?
Yes. Muneera is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'radiant' or 'light-giving', and the word appears in the Quran.
How do you write Muneera in Arabic?
Muneera is written منيرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Muneera?
Muneera is pronounced moo-NEE-rah.
Is Muneera mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran speaks of 'a lamp and a shining moon' (qamaran munīrā) (Quran 25:61).