باهر

Baher

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Baher is a Muslim boy name meaning “Dazzling, brilliant, outstanding”.

MeaningDazzling, brilliant, outstanding
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingباهر
PronunciationBAA-her
Arabic rootب ه ر (b-h-r) — to dazzle, to outshine
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Baher

Baher (Bāhir) describes something dazzling or brilliant, like light that outshines all around it, and by extension a person of outstanding quality. It is a well-known men's name in Egypt and the Levant. The feminine form is Bāhira.

Is Baher a Muslim name?

Yes. Baher is an Arabic Muslim name meaning brilliant or dazzling.

Where is the name Baher used?

Most common in Egypt, with some use in Jordan, Palestine and Syria.

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Spellings and variants of Baher

BahirBaheer

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Baher mean?

Baher means 'Dazzling, brilliant, outstanding'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Baher a Muslim name?

Yes. Baher is an Arabic Muslim name meaning brilliant or dazzling.

How do you write Baher in Arabic?

Baher is written باهر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Baher?

Baher is pronounced BAA-her.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.