Boy name
Mahir name meaning
“capable and accomplished in a skill”
Mahir is a masculine name from Arabic māhir (ماهر), meaning capable and accomplished in a skill. Its source word expresses proficiency or expertise in a particular field. The same word also entered Indonesian as mahir, retaining its connection with skill and competence.
What does Mahir mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Mahir
From Arabic māhir (ماهر), expressing proficiency or expertise. The same word entered Indonesian as mahir.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Mahir in Islam and the Quran
Mahir does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Mahir
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mahir, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Mahir: capable and accomplished in a skill
- Arafah: name of the place and day of standing in pilgrimage
- Fatih: opener, conqueror
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Mahir Nurcahyono Kausar
Meaning of each word
- Mahir: capable and accomplished in a skill
- Nurcahyono: light, bright radiance
- Kausar: abundant goodness
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Mahir Irvansyah
Meaning of each word
- Mahir: capable and accomplished in a skill
- Irvansyah: knowledge and kingship
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Meaning of each word
- Turmuzi: originating from the city of Termez
- Mahir: capable and accomplished in a skill
- Khusna: the most beautiful or good
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Mahir Tamami
Meaning of each word
- Mahir: capable and accomplished in a skill
- Tamami: perfection, completeness
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Meaning of each word
- Mahir: capable and accomplished in a skill
- Sukron: gratitude or an expression of thanks
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
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How to pronounce Mahir
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mahir/ |
| Arabic script | ماهر |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦲꦶꦂ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮠᮤᮁ |
Is Mahir a boy’s name?
Yes, Mahir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Mahir ranks #2,029 among boy names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mahir
Names with related meanings
- Arifin♂Those who possess knowledge
- Arif♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Arief♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Aji♂Valuable
- Irfan♂Knowledge, deep understanding
- Idris♂Studious in traditional interpretation
- Fahmi♂Related to understanding
- Didik♂To guide, to educate
- Fikri♂Relating to thought or ideas
- Pramono♂Measure, evidence, basis of knowledge
- Siswanto♂Associated with a pupil or learner
- Adji♂Valuable
Famous people named Mahir
- K.H. Mahir · b. 1983
- Mahir · b. 1983
- Mahir Mahar
- Mahir Takaka · b. 1971
FAQ about the name Mahir
What is the meaning of Mahir?
Mahir means capable and accomplished in a skill. From Arabic māhir (ماهر), expressing proficiency or expertise. The same word entered Indonesian as mahir.
Is Mahir a boy’s name?
Yes, Mahir is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mahir?
Mahir is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Mahir in the Quran?
Mahir does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Mahir have?
Mahir has 2 syllables (Ma-hir) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Mahir?
Mahir ranks #2,029 among boy names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Mahir?
Some ideas: Mahir Arafah Fatih; Mahir Nurcahyono Kausar; Mahir Irvansyah.
Famous people named Mahir?
Notable people named Mahir include K.H. Mahir, Mahir, Mahir Mahar.
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