Munira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Munira originates from Arabic, meaning radiant or luminous. Its linguistic evolution includes forms like Munir and Nura. The name reflects traits of brightness and intelligence, with no biblical relevance. Munira has gained popularity in the 20th century, especially among Arabic-speaking and Islamic communities.
The name Munira is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Munira has been stalled for female in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest. Across generations, 'Munira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14297th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7003rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4375th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Munira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Munira"
Pronunciation
/muˈnɪrə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Munira derives from the Arabic root 'n-w-r', which means 'to be radiant' or 'luminous'. It is often associated with light and brightness.
Meaning
radiant, luminous
Language Evolution
Munira (Modern Arabic), Munir (Masculine form in Arabic), Nura (Shortened form in Arabic)
Historical Usage
Munira gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities and those interested in Islamic names.
Variants & Derivatives
Munir, Muna, Nura
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Munira is perceived positively, often associated with qualities of brightness and intelligence. It is a popular name in various cultures, especially in Muslim communities.
Famous People
Munira Ahmed (activist and educator), Munira Rahman (poet and writer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Munira"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Munira"
"Munira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14297th of 27321 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7003rd of 35406 | 264 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4375th of 30306 | 390 |
Regional Popularity of "Munira" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Munira" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.73% 2462nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.89% 1669th/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Munira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Munira" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.