Mahjabeen
Mahjabeen is a Muslim girl name meaning “One whose brow shines like the moon”.
| Meaning | One whose brow shines like the moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu |
| Arabic spelling | ماہ جبین |
| Pronunciation | maah-ja-BEEN |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Mahjabeen
Mahjabeen joins Persian māh, moon, with jabīn, forehead (itself from Arabic), describing a woman whose brow is as radiant as the moon. It is a classic image in Urdu and Persian poetry. The Indian film star Meena Kumari was born Mahjabeen Bano, and the name remains well loved in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan.
Is Mahjabeen a Muslim name?
Yes. Mahjabeen is widely used by Muslim families in South Asia and Afghanistan. It is a Persian-Urdu poetic name rather than an Arabic one.
Where is the name Mahjabeen used?
Popular in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahjabeen mean?
Mahjabeen means 'One whose brow shines like the moon'. It comes from Persian / Urdu.
Is Mahjabeen a Muslim name?
Yes. Mahjabeen is widely used by Muslim families in South Asia and Afghanistan. It is a Persian-Urdu poetic name rather than an Arabic one.
How do you write Mahjabeen in Arabic?
Mahjabeen is written ماہ جبین in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mahjabeen?
Mahjabeen is pronounced maah-ja-BEEN.