What is the origin of the name Mahirah?

Mahirah is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Mahirah?

Mahirah is currently ranked #14528 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Mahirah?

Mahirah is pronounced mah-HEE-rah.

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GirlArabic

Mahirah

mah-HEE-rah

Popularity

#14528

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

Peak Year

#6 in 2023

First Recorded

2013

Style

Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Arabic feminine given name meaning 'learned', 'skilled', or 'talented'. It denotes intelligence and capability.

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Mah Hira

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Mah Hira

Spelling Variations

Mahira Mehirah

Similar Names

Aisha Fatima Zahra Samira

Personality Traits

IntelligentArtisticWiseResourceful

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