What does the name Mansour mean in Arabic?

It means 'victorious' or 'the one who is aided by God to achieve victory'.

Is Mansour a common surname too?

Yes, Mansour is very common both as a given first name and as a family surname across the Arab world.

Is there a female version of the name Mansour?

The feminine equivalent of this name is Mansoura, though it is much less common as a first name than the male version.

Name meaning & originMansour منصور

/mahn-SOOR/

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Mansour is an Arabic boy's name pronounced /mahn-SOOR/. Mansour is a noble name that literally translates to 'victorious' or 'triumphant'.

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Meaning of Mansour

Mansour is a noble name that literally translates to 'victorious' or 'triumphant'.

The name is a passive participle derived from the Arabic root n-ṣ-r (نصر), which relates to aid, support, or victory. Historically, it signifies someone who has been rendered victorious by divine assistance or God's help. It gained prominence through its use as a regnal title by various caliphs and rulers throughout Islamic history.

Origin: Arabic
Pronunciation: /mahn-SOOR/

Cultural background

It is a highly respected name widely used across the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia, and is also found among Muslim communities in the Indian subcontinent.

Variations & nicknames

Mansur
Mansoor
Manseur
Mansoer
Munsif

Famous people named Mansour

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Al-Mansur
Second Abbasid Caliph and founder of Baghdad
Politics · 714–775 AD
Mansour Bahrami
Professional tennis player known for his trick shots
Sport · Modern
Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE and owner of Manchester City FC
Politics/Business · Modern
Mansour Abbas
Israeli Arab politician and leader of the United Arab List
Politics · Modern
Mansour Seck
Blind Senegalese singer and musician
Music · Modern

Frequently asked about Mansour

What does the name Mansour mean in Arabic?: It means 'victorious' or 'the one who is aided by God to achieve victory'.
Is Mansour a common surname too?: Yes, Mansour is very common both as a given first name and as a family surname across the Arab world.
Is there a female version of the name Mansour?: The feminine equivalent of this name is Mansoura, though it is much less common as a first name than the male version.

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