Gauhar
Persian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Gauhar
Gauhar derives from Persian and means "pearl," coming from the Persian word "gauhar" (گوهر), symbolizing beauty and preciousness in Islamic and South Asian naming traditions.
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Etymology
Gauhar derives from Persian and means "pearl," coming from the Persian word "gauhar" (گوهر), symbolizing beauty and preciousness in Islamic and South Asian naming traditions. The name is primarily used among Muslim communities in South Asia, particularly in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, with historical usage among Mughal nobility and Persian-influenced courts.
Gauhar currently ranks #3,218 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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