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Mirah
Mirah Pronunciation
Mirah is pronounced MEER-ah /ˈmɪr.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: -ah spelling of Mira — Sanskrit, 'prosperous; ocean, sea'; Slavic, 'peace, world'; Latin, 'wonderful, admirable'; routes layeredLow
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History & Origin
Mirah is an -ah spelling of Mira — a name with rich roots: Sanskrit mira, 'prosperous; ocean, sea' (the poet-saint Mirabai); Slavic mir, 'peace, world'; and Latin mirus, 'wonderful, admirable' (routes layered, which we note). A soft, lyrical, cross-cultural name.
It registers thinly beside Mira. Rare, prosperous-or-wonderful at the root, and lyrical.
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How do you pronounce Mirah?
Mirah is pronounced MEER-ah (/ˈmɪr.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Mirah said aloud.
How do you say Mirah?
Mirah is said MEER-ah (/ˈmɪr.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Mirah said aloud.
What does the name Mirah mean?
Mirah spells Mira — 'prosperous; ocean' (Sanskrit), 'peace' (Slavic), 'wonderful' (Latin); the routes are layered.
Is Mirah a boy or girl name?
Mirah is a girl's name.
How popular is Mirah?
Mirah is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Mira is more common.