Political LeaderSaudi1982 – present
Manal al-Sharif
Women's rights activist, campaigns for women driving rights in Saudi Arabia
Biography
Saudi Arabian women's rights activist and cybersecurity consultant. She became famous for her campaign against the ban on women driving in Saudi Arabia.
Quick Facts
Category
Political Leader
Nationality
Saudi
Born
1982
Thinking about the name
Manal
Arabic origin
“An Arabic name meaning 'to attain,' 'to achieve,' or 'to reach,' conveying ambition and aspiration. The name is straightforward and strong, used across Arab-speaking regions. It reflects parental hopes for their child's success while maintaining simplicity and elegance.”