Munirah
Munirah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Radiant, shining, giving light”.
| Meaning | Radiant, shining, giving light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | منيرة |
| Pronunciation | moo-NEE-rah |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Munirah
Munirah is the feminine of Munīr, 'one who gives light'. It comes from the root of nūr (light). The name is common in the Gulf, Malaysia and East Africa. The final -h represents the Arabic feminine ending; Monira and Muneera are other common spellings.
Is Munirah a Muslim name?
Yes. Munirah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'radiant' or 'light-giving', a word the Quran uses for the Prophet ﷺ as a lamp.
Is Munirah in the Quran?
The Prophet ﷺ is described as 'one who invites to God by His permission, and a light-giving lamp (sirājan munīrā)' (Quran 33:46).
Where is the name Munirah used?
Common in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, and among Muslims in Malaysia and East Africa.
Gifts with the name Munirah
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Spellings and variants of Munirah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Munirah mean?
Munirah means 'Radiant, shining, giving light'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Munirah a Muslim name?
Yes. Munirah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'radiant' or 'light-giving', a word the Quran uses for the Prophet ﷺ as a lamp.
How do you write Munirah in Arabic?
Munirah is written منيرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Munirah?
Munirah is pronounced moo-NEE-rah.
Is Munirah mentioned in the Quran?
The Prophet ﷺ is described as 'one who invites to God by His permission, and a light-giving lamp (sirājan munīrā)' (Quran 33:46).