ماهرة

Mahira

girlArabic

Mahira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Skilled, expert, talented”.

MeaningSkilled, expert, talented
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingماهرة
PronunciationMAA-hi-rah
Arabic rootم ه ر (m-h-r) — to be skilled, proficient
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Mahira

Mahira (Māhira) is the feminine of Māhir and means a woman who is skilled or highly capable. The name has become very fashionable in Pakistan and the diaspora, partly through the actress Mahira Khan. Its root is the same as in the hadith praising the person skilled in reciting the Quran.

Is Mahira a Muslim name?

Yes. Mahira is a Muslim girls' name of Arabic origin meaning skilled.

Where is the name Mahira used?

Popular in Pakistan and India, and as Mahire in Turkey.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mahira mean?

Mahira means 'Skilled, expert, talented'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Mahira a Muslim name?

Yes. Mahira is a Muslim girls' name of Arabic origin meaning skilled.

How do you write Mahira in Arabic?

Mahira is written ماهرة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Mahira?

Mahira is pronounced MAA-hi-rah.

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