Mahin
Mahin is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Greatest, noblest; moon-linked”.
| Meaning | Greatest, noblest; moon-linked |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | مهین |
| Pronunciation | meh-HEEN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iran, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Mahin
Mahin is a Persian name for girls. It is usually explained as greatest or noblest, from the Persian meh, great, and many speakers also link it to mah, the moon. Iranian parents particularly favoured it around the middle of the twentieth century. In Iran it is almost always a woman's name, although in South Asia the similar Mahin is sometimes given to boys.
Is Mahin a Muslim name?
Mahin is Persian rather than Arabic, and Muslim families, particularly in Iran, use it; its meaning is fully acceptable.
How popular is Mahin?
It is mostly used in Iran and by Persian-speaking families in Afghanistan.
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Spellings and variants of Mahin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahin mean?
Mahin means 'Greatest, noblest; moon-linked'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Mahin a Muslim name?
Mahin is Persian rather than Arabic, and Muslim families, particularly in Iran, use it; its meaning is fully acceptable.
How do you pronounce Mahin?
Mahin is pronounced meh-HEEN.
Is Mahin a boy or girl name?
Mahin is usually a girl name.