Tanveer
Tanveer is a Muslim boy name meaning “Illumination, enlightenment, rays of light”.
| Meaning | Illumination, enlightenment, rays of light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu form |
| Arabic spelling | تنویر |
| Pronunciation | tun-VEER |
| Arabic root | ن و ر (n-w-r) — light |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Tanveer
Tanveer is the Urdu pronunciation of Arabic tanwīr, 'giving light' or 'illumination', with the w sound turned into v as is usual in Urdu. It is a common name in Pakistan and North India, mostly for boys though occasionally for girls. The Indian actor Tanvir and many Pakistani cricketers and writers carry versions of it.
Is Tanveer a Muslim name?
Yes. Tanveer is a Muslim name from the Arabic root for light, used widely in Pakistan and India.
Is Tanveer in the Quran?
Its root gives the word nūr, as in 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Tanveer used?
Very common in Pakistan and among Indian Muslims.
Gifts with the name Tanveer
- Tanveer name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Tanveer baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tanveer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tanveer mean?
Tanveer means 'Illumination, enlightenment, rays of light'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu form.
Is Tanveer a Muslim name?
Yes. Tanveer is a Muslim name from the Arabic root for light, used widely in Pakistan and India.
How do you write Tanveer in Arabic?
Tanveer is written تنویر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tanveer?
Tanveer is pronounced tun-VEER.
Is Tanveer mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives the word nūr, as in 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).