مہوش

Mahwish

girlPersian / Urdu

Mahwish is a Muslim girl name meaning “Moon-like, beautiful as the moon”.

MeaningMoon-like, beautiful as the moon
GenderGirl
OriginPersian / Urdu
Arabic spellingمہوش
Pronunciationmah-WISH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Mahwish

Mahwish is the most common Pakistani spelling of the Persian Mahvash, 'like the moon'. Urdu speakers usually say the v as a soft w, which gives this form. The name has been popular in Pakistan since the 1980s, alongside the variant Mehwish.

Is Mahwish a Muslim name?

Yes. Mahwish is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan. It is of Persian origin and means moon-like.

Where is the name Mahwish used?

Very common in Pakistan and the Pakistani diaspora.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mahwish mean?

Mahwish means 'Moon-like, beautiful as the moon'. It comes from Persian / Urdu.

Is Mahwish a Muslim name?

Yes. Mahwish is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan. It is of Persian origin and means moon-like.

How do you write Mahwish in Arabic?

Mahwish is written مہوش in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Mahwish?

Mahwish is pronounced mah-WISH.

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