Maha
Meaning of Maha
Maha is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has origins in both Arabic and Sanskrit languages. In Arabic, Maha is pronounced as MAH-hah (/ˈmɑhɑh/), while in Sanskrit, it is pronounced as MAH-hah (/ˈməhə/). This name also has variations such as Mahaa, Mahal, and Mahalia.
Maha carries significant meaning and associations. In Arabic, it means "wild cow" or "oryx," symbolizing strength and gracefulness. In Sanskrit, it signifies "great" or "mighty," highlighting the power and potential within oneself. These meanings make Maha a wonderful choice for parents who desire a name that reflects inner strength and resilience.
Looking at data from newborns in the United States of America, we can see that the popularity of the name Maha has been relatively consistent over the years. While it may not be among the most commonly used names, its steady presence suggests an enduring appeal to those seeking something distinctive yet meaningful for their daughters.
Consider choosing Maha as a name for your little one if you are drawn to its cross-cultural origins, powerful meanings, and timeless charm.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as MAH-hah (/ˈmɑhɑh/)
Sanskrit
- Pronunced as MAH-hah (/ˈməhə/)
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Notable People Named Maha
| General Maha Bandula was a celebrated commander-in-chief of the Royal Burmese Armed Forces known for his resistance to the British during the First Anglo-Burmese War. |
| Maha Bayrakdar Al-Khal is a Syrian poet and artist known for her early talent in sketching and poetry, as well as for winning the Miss Syria beauty pageant in 1967 and being the mother of acclaimed actors Ward and Youssef al-Khal. |
| Maha Thammaracha, also known as Khun Phirenthorathep, was a powerful king of the Ayutthaya Kingdom from the Sukhothai dynasty, ruling from 1569 to 1590. |
| Maha Chakkraphat, also known as Prince Thianracha, was a king of the Ayutthaya kingdom who reigned from 1548 to 1564 and briefly in 1568 to 1569 after being put on the throne by supporters of the Sukhothai clan. |
| Maha Ali is a Jordanian politician and industrial engineer who served as Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply of Jordan from October 2020 to October 2021. |
| Maha Shehata - Maha Al-Demerdash Shehata is an Egyptian footballer and goalkeeper for Romanian club Piros Security and the Egypt women's national team. |
| Maha Hussaini - Maha Nazih Al-Hussaini is a Palestinian journalist, human rights activist, and director of strategies at the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor in Geneva, Switzerland. |
| Maha Vaidyanatha Iyer - Vaidyanatha Sivan was a renowned composer and vocalist of Carnatic music known for his extemporaneous singing and composition of a ragamalika featuring all 72 melakartha ragas. |
| Maha bint Mishari Al Saud is an academic and physician, as well as a member of the Saudi royal family. |
| Maha Hasan is a well-known Pakistani television actress with notable appearances in series like Ishqiya, Nand, Safar Tamam Howa, and Yunhi. |
| Maha Haddioui is a trailblazing Moroccan professional golfer on the Ladies European Tour, making history as the first Arab with playing privileges on the tour. |
| Maha Al-Ghunaim is a prominent Kuwaiti businesswoman known for her role as the chair and managing director of the Kuwaiti investment firm GIH. |
| Maha Alsheraian - Mala Alsheraian is a paralympic athlete from Kuwait known for competing in category F33 shot and discus events. |
| Maha Laziri is a Moroccan education activist and the founder of the NGO Teach4Morocco, recognized as one of the 100 most powerful Arab women by Arabian Business in 2014. |
| Maha Thammaracha II, also known as Lue Thai, was a notable king of the Sukhothai Kingdom in Thailand. |
