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Mahra

Radiant, Shining

MAH-rah/ˈmɑːhrɑː/

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Sunday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Female
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Derived from the Arabic root m-h-r meaning radiant, shining, bright. In Islamic tradition, Mahra is associated with the light of God and the inner light of the human soul.

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes the inner light of the soul and the divine light of God.

Language details

🇺🇸English

Mahra

Beautiful girl, lovely, dear, great dignity

🇵🇰Urdu

مہرا

خوبصورت لڑکی، حسین، پیارا، عظیم شرف والا

🇸🇦Arabic

مهرة

اسم علم مؤنث من أصل عربي يعني الفتاة الجميلة أو الحسناء

🇮🇳Hindi

महरा

सुंदर लड़की, अच्छी, प्रिय, महान सम्मान वाला

🇦🇫Pashto

مهړه

ښایسته نجلۍ، منښت، ګرانه، لوی درناوی لرونکې

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

MAH-rah

/ˈmɑːhrɑː/

Lucky number

1

Lucky day

Sunday

Lucky colors

GoldYellowOrange

Life path

3

Lucky stone

Aqeeq

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name Mahra is most commonly recognized in the Arabian Peninsula and among Arab communities worldwide. In some regions, it is also used as a given name for girls. In cultural context, Mahra can evoke images of beauty, radiance, and shimmering light. It is a desirable and appealing name, evoking a sense of grace and elegance.

In Islamic spirituality, Mahra is associated with the divine light that illuminates the human soul. It represents the innate spiritual potential within each individual. The name serves as a constant reminder of the presence of God's light within and the importance of keeping the soul pure and shining bright. Additionally, in Sufism, the path of spiritual seeking is often referred to as the "path of light" and the attainment of spiritual knowledge and illumination as "Mahra-i-Sirr" or "the inner light." Hence, Mahra holds deep significance as a name that represents both the external beauty and the inner light of a person.

Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

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Radiant, Shining