Munawwarah
Munawwarah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Illuminated, radiant”.
| Meaning | Illuminated, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | منورة |
| Pronunciation | moo-NOW-wa-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Munawwarah
Munawwarah is the feminine of Munawwar, meaning lit up or illuminated. Its root n-w-r is the root of light. Most Muslims know the word from al-Madīna al-Munawwara, 'the Illuminated City', the honoured title of the city where the Prophet ﷺ lived. That link gives the name a warm feeling, and girls in South and Southeast Asia receive it, with spellings such as Munawara or Munawarah.
Is Munawwarah a Muslim name?
Munawwarah brings to mind the Prophet's ﷺ city, Madinah, known as 'the Illuminated'. That connection makes it a much-loved name for Muslim girls.
How popular is Munawwarah?
Given in Pakistan, India, Malaysia, Indonesia and Central Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Munawwarah mean?
Munawwarah means 'Illuminated, radiant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Munawwarah a Muslim name?
Munawwarah brings to mind the Prophet's ﷺ city, Madinah, known as 'the Illuminated'. That connection makes it a much-loved name for Muslim girls.
How do you pronounce Munawwarah?
Munawwarah is pronounced moo-NOW-wa-rah.
Is Munawwarah a boy or girl name?
Munawwarah is usually a girl name.