Gauhar
Gauhar is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Pearl, jewel”.
| Meaning | Pearl, jewel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | گوہر |
| Pronunciation | GOH-har |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Gauhar
Gauhar comes from the Persian gawhar, a jewel or pearl, and figuratively a thing's essence or true nature. Arabic borrowed the word as jawhar. Families in Afghanistan, India and Pakistan give it to daughters, and Central Asians say Gavhar. Gauhar Ara Begum, a daughter of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, carried it, which added to its prestige in South Asia.
Is Gauhar a Muslim name?
Gauhar is a Persian name meaning pearl or jewel, long used in South Asian Muslim families.
How popular is Gauhar?
Gauhar is used in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and, as Gohar, in Iran.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gauhar mean?
Gauhar means 'Pearl, jewel'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Gauhar a Muslim name?
Gauhar is a Persian name meaning pearl or jewel, long used in South Asian Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Gauhar?
Gauhar is pronounced GOH-har.
Is Gauhar a boy or girl name?
Gauhar is usually a girl name.