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ManarIslamic Unisex Arabic name meaning

Lighthouse, Guide

Pronunciation: MAH-nar

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Name
Manar
Meaning
Lighthouse, Guide
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Unisex
Pronunciation
MAH-nar
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Unisex
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Manar mean?

Manar is a unisex name from Arabic origin meaning "Lighthouse". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: MAH-nar. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

منار

منار کا مطلب ہے بلند مقام جہاں سے راستہ روشن کیا جائے

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

منار

منار تعني مكانا مرتفعا لإضاءة الطريق

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

MAH-nar

IPA

/ˈmænɑːr/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Manar is listed as a islamic unisex name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Lighthouse. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GreenWhite

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

9

Numerology meaning: Represents spirituality, wisdom, and destiny-driven strength.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulDeterminedResilientIndependent

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of guidance and enlightenment

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

It is a popular name in Persian and Indian culture. It has been used in many literary works, poems, and mainstream media. The name is beautiful and invokes feelings of elegance and grace.
In various ancient texts, Zara is described as a righteous woman who, through her faith and strong moral compass, spreads light and guidance in her community.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Manar ibn al-Harith al-Juhani was a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad. The name Manar carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Manar

Manar means a high place that shines or gives light

🇵🇰Urdu

منار

منار کا مطلب ہے بلند مقام جہاں سے راستہ روشن کیا جائے

🇸🇦Arabic

منار

منار تعني مكانا مرتفعا لإضاءة الطريق

🇮🇳Hindi

मनार

मनार का अर्थ है ऊंचा स्थान जहां से रास्ता रोशन किया जाए

🇦🇫Pashto

منار

منار دى مانا دا لوړ ځاى دى چى هلته لاره روښانه کىږي

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