Bahira
Bahira is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Dazzling, brilliant”.
| Meaning | Dazzling, brilliant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | باهرة |
| Pronunciation | BAA-hee-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Bahira
Bahira, or Bāhira, is the feminine of bāhir and means dazzling or brilliant, from a root about outshining. It describes beauty or excellence that makes an impression at first glance. The male name Baḥīrā belongs to the monk the young Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is said to have met in Syria. That is a different word, written differently in Arabic, so the two should not be confused.
Is Bahira a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Bahira as an Arabic girls' name meaning brilliant or dazzling.
How popular is Bahira?
It is found in the Arab world and in South Asia, where the Baheera spelling is also common.
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Spellings and variants of Bahira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahira mean?
Bahira means 'Dazzling, brilliant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Bahira a Muslim name?
Muslim families use Bahira as an Arabic girls' name meaning brilliant or dazzling.
How do you pronounce Bahira?
Bahira is pronounced BAA-hee-rah.
Is Bahira a boy or girl name?
Bahira is usually a girl name.