Mahima
Mahima is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Greatness, glory”.
| Meaning | Greatness, glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | महिमा |
| Pronunciation | MUH-hi-maa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Mahima
Mahima is the Sanskrit noun for greatness, majesty or glory, from the root mah, 'great'. In Hindu and Jain texts it is also one of the eight siddhis, the yogic power of becoming immensely large. In Hindi the word is used for the glory of God, as in hymns that sing the mahima of a deity. The actress Mahima Chaudhry is a well-known bearer.
Is Mahima a Hindu name?
Mahima is used by Hindu families for its sense of divine glory rather than for a specific deity.
How popular is Mahima?
Fairly common in India.
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Spellings and variants of Mahima
Names similar to Mahima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahima mean?
Mahima means 'Greatness, glory'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Mahima a Hindu name?
Mahima is used by Hindu families for its sense of divine glory rather than for a specific deity.
How do you pronounce Mahima?
Mahima is pronounced MUH-hi-maa.
Is Mahima a boy or girl name?
Mahima is usually a girl name.