Mehran
Mehran is a Muslim boy name meaning “Kind, loving; related to mehr (love, sun)”.
| Meaning | Kind, loving; related to mehr (love, sun) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | مهران |
| Pronunciation | meh-RAHN |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Mehran
Mehran is a Persian name built on mehr, a word meaning both 'love, kindness' and, in older Persian, 'the sun'. It was the name of a noble house in Sasanian Iran. It is common today in Iran and Pakistan, and Mehran is also an old name for the Indus river region of Sindh.
Is Mehran a Muslim name?
Yes, in Iran and Pakistan. Mehran is a Persian name widely used by Muslim families, though it is not Arabic. Similar Arabic-origin names include Raheem and Rauf.
Where is the name Mehran used?
Common in Iran, Pakistan (especially Sindh) and Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Mehran
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mehran mean?
Mehran means 'Kind, loving; related to mehr (love, sun)'. It comes from Persian.
Is Mehran a Muslim name?
Yes, in Iran and Pakistan. Mehran is a Persian name widely used by Muslim families, though it is not Arabic. Similar Arabic-origin names include Raheem and Rauf.
How do you write Mehran in Arabic?
Mehran is written مهران in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mehran?
Mehran is pronounced meh-RAHN.