Mohua
Mohua is a Muslim girl name of Bengali (from Sanskrit madhuka) origin, meaning “Mahua tree and its sweet blossom”.
| Meaning | Mahua tree and its sweet blossom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Bengali (from Sanskrit madhuka) |
| Pronunciation | moh-HOO-ah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, India |
Meaning and origin of Mohua
Mohua is what Bengalis call the mahua tree, loved for its fragrant, sweet flowers across rural Bengal and central India. The word reaches back to Sanskrit madhūka, which itself comes from madhu, meaning honey. Bengalis of more than one faith use it as a nature name for girls. Despite what some older lists claim, it has no Arabic origin at all.
Is Mohua a Muslim name?
Mohua belongs to Bengali culture rather than Islamic tradition, although some Muslim families in Bangladesh do choose it. Parents who want an Arabic name with a similar floral feel might look at Zahra, Warda or Yasmin.
How popular is Mohua?
Bengali Muslims and Hindus alike use it in Bangladesh and West Bengal.
Gifts with the name Mohua
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Spellings and variants of Mohua
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mohua mean?
Mohua means 'Mahua tree and its sweet blossom'. It is of Bengali (from Sanskrit madhuka) origin.
Is Mohua a Muslim name?
Mohua belongs to Bengali culture rather than Islamic tradition, although some Muslim families in Bangladesh do choose it. Parents who want an Arabic name with a similar floral feel might look at Zahra, Warda or Yasmin.
How do you pronounce Mohua?
Mohua is pronounced moh-HOO-ah.
Is Mohua a boy or girl name?
Mohua is usually a girl name.