Anwaar
Anwaar is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Lights, radiances”.
| Meaning | Lights, radiances |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أنوار |
| Pronunciation | an-WAAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Anwaar
Anwaar is a plural formed from nūr, 'light', so it speaks of many lights or radiances. The double-a spelling is common in Pakistan, where it is mostly a girls' name, while Anwar is the usual masculine form. Classical scholars liked the word for book titles; the Quran commentary of al-Bayḍāwī, for instance, is called Anwār al-Tanzīl. That history gives the name a learned, luminous echo.
Is Anwaar a Muslim name?
Anwaar means 'lights' and comes from the root of al-Nūr, a Name of Allah. The root appears in the Verse of Light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How popular is Anwaar?
Anwaar is used in Pakistan, India and the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anwaar mean?
Anwaar means 'Lights, radiances'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Anwaar a Muslim name?
Anwaar means 'lights' and comes from the root of al-Nūr, a Name of Allah. The root appears in the Verse of Light: 'Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Quran 24:35).
How do you pronounce Anwaar?
Anwaar is pronounced an-WAAR.
Is Anwaar a boy or girl name?
Anwaar is usually a girl name.