Tanvir
Tanvir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Illumination, ray of light”.
| Meaning | Illumination, ray of light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu / Bengali 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 Tanvir
Tanvir is the Bangladeshi and Indian spelling of Arabic tanwīr, meaning illumination. The Arabic w became v in Urdu and Bengali speech. It is one of the more popular boys' names in Bangladesh and is also used in Pakistan and India.
Is Tanvir a Muslim name?
Yes. Tanvir is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning illumination, especially common in Bangladesh.
Is Tanvir in the Quran?
Its root gives nūr, light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
Where is the name Tanvir used?
Very common in Bangladesh and among South Asian Muslims.
Gifts with the name Tanvir
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tanvir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tanvir mean?
Tanvir means 'Illumination, ray of light'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu / Bengali form.
Is Tanvir a Muslim name?
Yes. Tanvir is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning illumination, especially common in Bangladesh.
How do you write Tanvir in Arabic?
Tanvir is written تنویر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tanvir?
Tanvir is pronounced tun-VEER.
Is Tanvir mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives nūr, light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).