Anwar
Anwar is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “More radiant, luminous, bright”.
| Meaning | More radiant, luminous, bright |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أنور |
| Pronunciation | AHN-war |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Malaysia, Pakistan, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Anwar
Built as the comparative of nūr, 'light', Anwar carries the sense of 'brighter' or 'most radiant'. Two statesmen made it internationally known: Anwar Sadat, president of Egypt, and Anwar Ibrahim, who became prime minister of Malaysia. In Central Asia the name appears as Anvar, in Turkey and the Balkans as Enver, and in the Maghreb as Anouar. Few Muslim names travel so widely with so many spellings.
Is Anwar a Muslim name?
Anwar means 'luminous' and is related to al-Nūr, the Light, 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 Anwar?
Anwar is used throughout the Muslim world, as Enver in Turkey and the Balkans and as Anouar in the Maghreb.
Gifts with the name Anwar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anwar mean?
Anwar means 'More radiant, luminous, bright'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Anwar a Muslim name?
Anwar means 'luminous' and is related to al-Nūr, the Light, 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 Anwar?
Anwar is pronounced AHN-war.
Is Anwar a boy or girl name?
Anwar is usually a boy name.