Luminous, bright, or shining
Derived from the Arabic root 'n-w-r', Munir signifies something that emits light or is radiant. It is often used to describe a person who brings clarity or enlightenment to others. In Islamic tradition, it is one of the attributes used to describe the light of the moon or the guidance of the Prophet.
Less common today
Munir isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,823 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Iraqi Assyrian musician and master of the oud
Professional Spanish-Moroccan footballer
Prominent Indonesian human rights activist
