Munir
Munir is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Luminous, bright, or shining.
Origin and history
Munir is a classic male name of Arabic origin meaning 'luminous' or 'bright'. It has a long tradition in Middle Eastern and Muslim cultures. In the United States, it remains a rare but steadily used name.
Popularity in the United States
845 babies in the United States have been named Munir since 1880. It ranks #3831 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1707.
States where it is most popular
- PA (68.8 %)
- MN (16.6 %)
- CA (9 %)
- NY (3 %)
- TX (2.5 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 96 |
| 2000-2010 | 175 |
| 2010-2019 | 232 |
| 2020-2029 | 220 |
Famous people named Munir
- Munir El Haddadi: Soccer Player
- Munir Bashir: Musician
Fun facts
- Derived from the Arabic root n-w-r, which relates to light and illumination.
- Common alternative transliterations into English include Muneer and Monir.