Maahir

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Maahir Pronunciation

Maahir is pronounced MAH-hir /ˈmɑ.hɪr/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic mahir, 'skilled, expert, talented, proficient'Medium

In 30 seconds: Skilled and able: Maahir is Arabic for 'expert, talented'. Strong, accomplished, and warm — a name of mastery.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic mahir, 'skilled, expert, talented, proficient'

U.S. rank (2024)#4263 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 240

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Maahir comes from Arabic mahir, 'skilled, expert, talented, proficient'. A strong, admired name across the Arab world, it celebrates mastery and ability.

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, skilled at the root, and accomplished.

Did you know? Maahir means 'skilled, expert, talented' in Arabic — a name celebrating mastery and ability; strong and admired.

Overall data confidence 80%

Arabic references — mahir — etymology

Variations

MahirMaher

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Maahir?

Maahir is pronounced MAH-hir (/ˈmɑ.hɪr/). Press play above to hear Maahir said aloud.

How do you say Maahir?

Maahir is said MAH-hir (/ˈmɑ.hɪr/). Press play above to hear Maahir said aloud.

What does the name Maahir mean?

Maahir is Arabic for 'skilled, expert, talented'.

Is Maahir a boy or girl name?

Maahir is a boy's name.

How popular is Maahir?

Maahir is a rare name in the U.S.