Mahira
Mahira is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Skilled, expert, talented”.
| Meaning | Skilled, expert, talented |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ماهرة |
| Pronunciation | MAA-hi-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Mahira
Mahira is the feminine of Mahir and describes a woman who is skilled or highly capable. Its root is about being proficient, the same root that appears in a hadith honouring those who recite the Quran with skill. It has become a real favourite in Pakistan and the diaspora, helped by the success of the actress Mahira Khan, and Turkish has a similar form, Mahire.
Is Mahira a Muslim name?
Mahira is an Arabic-derived name for Muslim girls meaning skilled, sharing its root with the hadith praising those skilled in the Quran.
How popular is Mahira?
It is popular in India and Pakistan, and Turkey has the form Mahire.
Gifts with the name Mahira
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mahira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahira mean?
Mahira means 'Skilled, expert, talented'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Mahira a Muslim name?
Mahira is an Arabic-derived name for Muslim girls meaning skilled, sharing its root with the hadith praising those skilled in the Quran.
How do you pronounce Mahira?
Mahira is pronounced MAA-hi-rah.
Is Mahira a boy or girl name?
Mahira is usually a girl name.