Anwar
pronounced /A-nwa-r/
Brighter, more luminous This name was borne by Egyptian president Anwar Sadat (1918-1981), who was assassinated three years after being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
About the name
Anwar is a traditional Arabic boy name meaning 'Brighter, more luminous This name was borne by Egyptian president Anwar Sadat (1918-1981), who was assassinated three years after being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Anwar
- What is the meaning of the name Anwar?
- Anwar means "Brighter, more luminous This name was borne by Egyptian president Anwar Sadat (1918-1981), who was assassinated three years after being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.". It is a traditional boy name of Arabic origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Anwar?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Anwar is Mesha.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Anwar?
- The Nakshatra for Anwar is Krittika.
- How is Anwar written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): अन्वर · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): અન્વર
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