Anwar
Anwar is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Luminous, brighter, or clearer.
Origin and history
Anwar is a traditional Arabic name meaning 'luminous' or 'brighter'. It has a long history of use in the Arab world and among Muslim communities globally. In the United States, it remains a uncommon but steady choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,761 babies in the United States have been named Anwar since 1880. It ranks #2460 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1708.
States where it is most popular
- NY (24.6 %)
- PA (15.1 %)
- CA (14.2 %)
- MN (6.8 %)
- IL (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 487 |
| 1980-1990 | 735 |
| 1990-2000 | 377 |
| 2000-2010 | 515 |
| 2010-2019 | 422 |
| 2020-2029 | 219 |
Famous people named Anwar
- Anwar Sadat: President, Politician
- Anwar El Ghazi: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- Etymologically, Anwar is the plural form of the Arabic word 'nur', which means light.
- It was prominently brought to world news attention by Egyptian President Anwar Sadat in the late 20th century.