Manar
Manar is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “Lighthouse, beacon”.
| Meaning | Lighthouse, beacon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | منار |
| Pronunciation | mah-NAAR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, North Africa, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Manar
Manar, or Manār, literally means a place where light is found, such as a lighthouse, a beacon or a marker by the roadside. Its root, n-w-r, is the root of light, shared with nūr and manāra, minaret. Most Arab families treat it as a girl's name. Grammatically, though, it works for either gender, and a few parents choose it for sons.
Is Manar a Muslim name?
Arab Muslim parents most often give Manar to daughters, drawn by its image of a beacon.
How popular is Manar?
Popular for girls in Egypt, Jordan, Palestine and Morocco.
Gifts with the name Manar
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- Personalised Manar baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Manar
Names similar to Manar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Manar mean?
Manar means 'Lighthouse, beacon'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Manar a Muslim name?
Arab Muslim parents most often give Manar to daughters, drawn by its image of a beacon.
How do you pronounce Manar?
Manar is pronounced mah-NAAR.
Is Manar a boy or girl name?
Manar is used for both boys and girls.