Mahreen

girlPersian / Urdu

Mahreen is a Muslim girl name meaning “Usually explained as bright, moon-like”.

MeaningUsually explained as bright, moon-like
GenderGirl
OriginPersian / Urdu
Pronunciationmaah-REEN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Mahreen

Mahreen is a modern girls' name popular in Pakistan. It is generally explained as built on Persian māh, the moon, giving the sense 'bright' or 'moon-like', though its exact formation is not clear-cut. It is not found in classical Arabic sources but has been in steady use among South Asian Muslims for decades.

Is Mahreen a Muslim name?

Mahreen is used by Muslim families, mainly in Pakistan. It is of Persian-Urdu rather than Arabic origin, and is usually understood as bright or moon-like.

Where is the name Mahreen used?

Common in Pakistan and the Pakistani diaspora.

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Spellings and variants of Mahreen

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mahreen mean?

Mahreen means 'Usually explained as bright, moon-like'. It comes from Persian / Urdu.

Is Mahreen a Muslim name?

Mahreen is used by Muslim families, mainly in Pakistan. It is of Persian-Urdu rather than Arabic origin, and is usually understood as bright or moon-like.

How do you pronounce Mahreen?

Mahreen is pronounced maah-REEN.

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