Meherमेहेर

/meh-HER/

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Meher is a Persian girl's name pronounced /meh-HER/. A beautiful name signifying benevolence, friendship, and the light of the sun.

Meaning of Meher

A beautiful name signifying benevolence, friendship, and the light of the sun.

The name Meher originates from the Middle Persian word 'Mihr,' which derives from the Avestan deity Mithra. It historically represents the concepts of light, love, and the sun, serving as a symbol of divine grace and covenant in Zoroastrianism.

Origin
Persian
Pronunciation
/meh-HER/

Cultural background

While primarily popular in Iran and among the Parsi community in India, it is also common in South Asian countries as a name denoting grace or kindness.

Variations & nicknames

  • Mihr
  • Mehr
  • Mehar
  • Myra
  • Meherunnisa

Famous people named Meher

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Meher Baba

    Indian spiritual master who maintained silence for 44 years.

    Religion · 1894–1969

  • Meher Vij

    Indian actress known for her roles in 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' and 'Secret Superstar'.

    Film · 2003–present

  • Meher Afroz Shaheen

    Prominent Bangladeshi politician and member of parliament.

    Politics · 1990s–present

  • Meher Afroz

    Renowned Pakistani artist known for contemporary printmaking and painting.

    Art · 1970s–present

  • Meher Zen

    Lebanese-born Swedish singer and songwriter of Islamic music.

    Music · 2009–present

Frequently asked about Meher

What does Meher mean?
Meher means benevolence, friendship, grace, and the light of the sun.
How do you pronounce Meher?
It is typically pronounced 'May-her' or 'Meh-her', depending on the regional dialect.
Is Meher a boy or girl name?
Meher is a unisex name, though it is more commonly given to girls in South Asia and to both genders in Persian-speaking regions.
Is Meher a religious name?
It has deep roots in Zoroastrianism (as Mihr) and is also widely used by Muslims and Sikhs due to its meanings of grace and kindness.

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