Manar comes from Arabic manar, 'a guiding light; a lighthouse; a beacon; a place of light' (from the root n-w-r, 'light'). A lyrical, radiant name (said 'mah-NAR').

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, a-guiding-light at the root, and radiant.

Did you know? Manar means 'a guiding light; a lighthouse; a beacon' in Arabic — a radiant name for one who lights the way — lyrical and warm (said 'mah-NAR').

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References — Manar — Arabic etymology

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Manar mean?

Manar is Arabic for 'a guiding light; a lighthouse; a beacon'.

How do you pronounce Manar?

It's said mah-NAR /mɑˈnɑr/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Manar a boy or girl name?

Manar is a girl's name.

How popular is Manar?

Manar is a rare name in the U.S.