Skilled, expert, or talented
Derived from the Arabic root 'm-h-r', this name signifies a person who is proficient, adept, or highly skilled in a particular craft or field. It is a popular choice in Muslim communities worldwide, reflecting a parent's hope for their daughter's competence and intelligence. The name carries a sense of capability and refined talent.
Less common today
Mahira isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,227 in 2024.
Prominent Pakistani actress and VJ
Indian television actress and model
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
