Munir
2025 SSA
About Munir
Munir is a masculine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'luminous,' 'shining,' or 'enlightened.' Widely used throughout the Muslim world, the name appears in various cultures from North Africa through the Middle East to Southeast Asia. In Islamic tradition, Al-Munir (The Illuminator) is one of the attributes of Allah, giving the name significant spiritual meaning. Munir has maintained steady popularity in Arabic-speaking countries and Muslim communities worldwide. The name's positive associations with light, knowledge, and enlightenment make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name with both spiritual significance and pleasing sound. Despite its non-Western origin, Munir is relatively accessible to English speakers in pronunciation while maintaining its authentic cultural character.
Pronounced moo-NEER.
As of October 2026, Munir ranked #3025 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2827 for boys in 2020.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,810 | 20 | 10.4 |
| 2015 | #3,651 | 30 | 15.7 |
| 2016 | #3,949 | 27 | 14.2 |
| 2017 | #3,859 | 28 | 15.1 |
| 2018 | #3,856 | 28 | 15.4 |
| 2019 | #4,069 | 26 | 14.5 |
| 2020 | #2,827 | 43 | 24.9 |
| 2021 | #3,790 | 29 | 16.6 |
| 2022 | #3,954 | 28 | 16 |
| 2023 | #3,394 | 35 | 20.5 |
| 2024 | #2,894 | 44 | 25.5 |
| 2025 | #3,025 | 41 | 24 |