گوہر

Gauhar

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Gauhar is a Muslim girl name meaning “Pearl, jewel, gem”.

MeaningPearl, jewel, gem
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingگوہر
PronunciationGOH-har
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Gauhar

Gauhar comes from the Persian gawhar, 'jewel' or 'pearl', and figuratively 'essence' or 'true nature'. The word entered Arabic as jawhar. Gauhar is a girls' name in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan, and Gavhar in Central Asia; Gauhar Ara Begum, a daughter of Shah Jahan, bore it.

Is Gauhar a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Gauhar is a Persian name meaning 'pearl' or 'jewel', long used in South Asian Muslim families.

Where is the name Gauhar used?

Used in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Iran (Gohar).

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gauhar mean?

Gauhar means 'Pearl, jewel, gem'. It comes from Persian.

Is Gauhar a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Gauhar is a Persian name meaning 'pearl' or 'jewel', long used in South Asian Muslim families.

How do you write Gauhar in Arabic?

Gauhar is written گوہر in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Gauhar?

Gauhar is pronounced GOH-har.

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