مهشید

Mahshid

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Mahshid is a Muslim girl name meaning “Moonlight, radiance of the moon”.

MeaningMoonlight, radiance of the moon
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingمهشید
Pronunciationmah-SHEED
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Mahshid

Mahshid joins the Persian words māh, 'moon', and shīd, 'light, brightness', to mean 'moonlight' or 'shining like the moon'. It is a well-established name in Iran and among Persian-speaking families in Afghanistan. Being Persian rather than Arabic, it has no Arabic root.

Is Mahshid a Muslim name?

Yes, in Persian-speaking lands. Mahshid is a Persian name used by Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan. Its Arabic counterparts include Qamar and Badr.

Where is the name Mahshid used?

Common in Iran; also used in Afghanistan.

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Spellings and variants of Mahshid

Mahsheed

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mahshid mean?

Mahshid means 'Moonlight, radiance of the moon'. It comes from Persian.

Is Mahshid a Muslim name?

Yes, in Persian-speaking lands. Mahshid is a Persian name used by Muslim families in Iran and Afghanistan. Its Arabic counterparts include Qamar and Badr.

How do you write Mahshid in Arabic?

Mahshid is written مهشید in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Mahshid?

Mahshid is pronounced mah-SHEED.

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