ماهرة

Mahirah

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Mahirah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Skilled, expert, talented”.

MeaningSkilled, expert, talented
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asماهرة
PronunciationMAA-hi-rah
TraditionMuslim
Used inMalaysia, Singapore, Pakistan

Meaning and origin of Mahirah

Mahirah adds a closing h to Mahira to stand for the Arabic feminine ending, as is usual in Malaysia, Singapore and English-speaking Muslims. Its meaning is skilled or capable, and it is the feminine of Mahir. Malaysian families often pair it with Nur, as in Nur Mahirah. It is a bright, confident name that also carries a link to excellence in the Quran.

Is Mahirah a Muslim name?

Mahirah is a Muslim name from Arabic, meaning skilled and talented.

How popular is Mahirah?

It is common in Malaysia and Singapore and used by South Asian families.

Gifts with the name Mahirah

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Spellings and variants of Mahirah

Names similar to Mahirah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mahirah mean?

Mahirah means 'Skilled, expert, talented'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Mahirah a Muslim name?

Mahirah is a Muslim name from Arabic, meaning skilled and talented.

How do you pronounce Mahirah?

Mahirah is pronounced MAA-hi-rah.

Is Mahirah a boy or girl name?

Mahirah is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.