Münir

Münir is a masculine given name of Turkish origin. It is the Turkish form of the Arabic name Munir (منير), meaning luminous or radiant, and is used to convey brightness as a figurative attribute such as radiance or illumination.

In Turkey and among Turkish communities, Münir has been a widely used traditional name, particularly during the 20th century. The name is primarily associated with male individuals and is recognized across Turkish culture and its diaspora.

Notable people with the name include Münir Nurettin Selçuk (1911–1980), a prominent Turkish composer, conductor and musician who helped shape Turkish classical music and film music; and Münir Özkaya, a Turkish-Canadian artist known for conceptual works.