Mansur
Mansur is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Victorious, divinely aided”.
| Meaning | Victorious, divinely aided |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | منصور |
| Pronunciation | man-SOOR |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Central Asia, Nigeria, Caucasus |
Meaning and origin of Mansur
Mansur is the plain, standard romanisation of Manṣūr, a man given victory with help from above, from the root n-ṣ-r. This is the spelling people normally use in Turkey and Central Asia, across the Caucasus, and among Hausa speakers in Nigeria. History offers several famous bearers, among them the Abbasid caliph al-Manṣūr and the mystic al-Ḥusayn ibn Manṣūr al-Ḥallāj, one of the best-known Sufis.
Is Mansur a Muslim name?
Across the Muslim world Mansur is a familiar name, prized for its meaning of victory granted by God. The word occurs in the Quran: 'indeed, he has been supported (manṣūrā)' (Quran 17:33).
How popular is Mansur?
Used across the Muslim world, especially in Turkey, Central Asia and northern Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mansur mean?
Mansur means 'Victorious, divinely aided'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Mansur a Muslim name?
Across the Muslim world Mansur is a familiar name, prized for its meaning of victory granted by God. The word occurs in the Quran: 'indeed, he has been supported (manṣūrā)' (Quran 17:33).
How do you pronounce Mansur?
Mansur is pronounced man-SOOR.
Is Mansur a boy or girl name?
Mansur is usually a boy name.