Mihr
Mihr is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sun; love, kindness”.
| Meaning | Sun; love, kindness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | مهر |
| Pronunciation | MEHR |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Mihr
Mihr (also Mehr) is a Persian word meaning sun, affection and kindness; it also gives its name to the month of Mehr in the Iranian calendar. In Pakistan and India Mehr is used as a girl's name, sometimes in compounds such as Mehrunnisa ('sun among women'). It should not be confused with the Arabic mahr, the marriage gift, which is spelled differently in Arabic script.
Is Mihr a Muslim name?
Mihr is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran, Pakistan and India and has a gentle meaning of love and sunlight.
Where is the name Mihr used?
Used mainly in Pakistan, India and Iran, usually spelled Mehr or Mehar.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mihr mean?
Mihr means 'Sun; love, kindness'. It comes from Persian.
Is Mihr a Muslim name?
Mihr is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Iran, Pakistan and India and has a gentle meaning of love and sunlight.
How do you write Mihr in Arabic?
Mihr is written مهر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mihr?
Mihr is pronounced MEHR.