Mehr
Meaning of Mehr
The name Mehr is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl, with its roots deeply embedded in Persian culture. Pronounced as "mehr" (/meɪɾ/), this name carries connotations of kindness, love, and friendship in Persian, making it a meaningful selection for parents seeking a name with positive associations. A variation of the name is Meher. Although not extremely common in the United States, Mehr has been gradually gaining popularity over the years. According to data on newborns in the U.S., 2023 saw 17 babies named Mehr, ranking it at 6660. Over the past two decades, its occurrence has fluctuated but consistently remained a rare gem among baby names. This rarity adds to its charm and uniqueness, making Mehr an excellent choice for parents looking for something distinctive yet rich in cultural significance.
Pronunciation
Persian
- Pronunced as mehr (/meɪɾ/)
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Notable People Named Mehr
| Mehr Chand Khanna was an Indian politician who served as the Union Minister for Rehabilitation and the Law Minister in the 1950s and 1960s. |
| Mehr Chand Mahajan was the third chief justice of the Supreme Court of India and a key figure in the accession of Jammu and Kashmir to India. |
| Mehr Ishtiaq Ahmed - Mehar Ishtiaq Ahmad is a Pakistani politician who served as a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 2013 to 2018 and the Provincial Assembly of Punjab from 2002 to 2013. |
| Mehr Jesia is an Indian producer, model, and beauty pageant titleholder who won the title of Femina Miss India Universe 1986 and represented India at Miss Universe 1986. |
