Mahvish
Mahvish is a Muslim girl name of Persian / Urdu origin, meaning “Beautiful as the moon”.
| Meaning | Beautiful as the moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu |
| Written as | مہوش |
| Pronunciation | mah-VISH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Mahvish
Mahvish is how Urdu speakers often pronounce the Persian name Mahvash. Its two parts are māh, the moon, and -vash, a suffix meaning 'like', so the name compares a girl's beauty to the moon. It is given as a loving compliment. Pakistani families also spell it Mahwish or Mehwish, and the actress Mehwish Hayat is one of its best-known bearers.
Is Mahvish a Muslim name?
This Persian-Urdu name is in regular use among Muslim families in Pakistan and India, chosen for its moon-like meaning.
How popular is Mahvish?
Given to girls in Pakistan and India.
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Spellings and variants of Mahvish
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahvish mean?
Mahvish means 'Beautiful as the moon'. It is of Persian / Urdu origin.
Is Mahvish a Muslim name?
This Persian-Urdu name is in regular use among Muslim families in Pakistan and India, chosen for its moon-like meaning.
How do you pronounce Mahvish?
Mahvish is pronounced mah-VISH.
Is Mahvish a boy or girl name?
Mahvish is usually a girl name.