Mahsa or Mahsā ( Persian: مهسا, lit. 'moon-like', pronounced [mæhˈsɒː]) is a feminine given name of Persian origin. The name has the meaning "like the moon". [1] Mah (𐎶𐏃) is the Old Persian word for "moon", [2] and -sā (ـسا), as a suffix, means "representing, alike, as".
In Persian culture, the name Mahsa is often associated with the moon, symbolizing beauty, serenity, and mystery. Individuals named Mahsa are believed to possess qualities of intuition, sensitivity, and a deep connection to their emotions. It is important to note that the name Mahsa has no direct connection to any specific religion, including Islam, within Persian cultural context. Mahsa is a unique name that exudes a sense of sophistication and charm, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with cultural significance and poetic allure.
Notable people with the name include:
- Mahsa Abdolzadeh (born 1985), Austrian politician, political scientist and women's rights and LGBT activist
- Mahsa Amini (1999–2022), Iranian-Kurdish woman whose death in the Islamic Republic of Iran's police custody sparked protests in Iran and in the world
- Mahsa Amrabadi (born 1984), Iranian journalist
- Mahsa Javar (born 1994), Iranian rower
- Mahsa Kadkhoda (born 1993), Iranian volleyball player
- Mahsa Mohaghegh, Iranian-born New Zealand computer engineer
- Mahsa Saberi (born 1993), Iranian volleyball player
- Mahsa Shahbazian (born 1984), Iranian musician, composer and Qanun player
- Mahsa Vahdat (born 1973), Persian classical and world music vocalist
See also
References
- ^ "Mahsa". Name Generator.
- ^ "Persian names meaning moon". Name generator.
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Mahsa or Mahsā ( Persian: مهسا, lit. 'moon-like', pronounced [mæhˈsɒː]) is a feminine given name of Persian origin. The name has the meaning "like the moon". [1] Mah (𐎶𐏃) is the Old Persian word for "moon", [2] and -sā (ـسا), as a suffix, means "representing, alike, as".
In Persian culture, the name Mahsa is often associated with the moon, symbolizing beauty, serenity, and mystery. Individuals named Mahsa are believed to possess qualities of intuition, sensitivity, and a deep connection to their emotions. It is important to note that the name Mahsa has no direct connection to any specific religion, including Islam, within Persian cultural context. Mahsa is a unique name that exudes a sense of sophistication and charm, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with cultural significance and poetic allure.
Notable people with the name include:
- Mahsa Abdolzadeh (born 1985), Austrian politician, political scientist and women's rights and LGBT activist
- Mahsa Amini (1999–2022), Iranian-Kurdish woman whose death in the Islamic Republic of Iran's police custody sparked protests in Iran and in the world
- Mahsa Amrabadi (born 1984), Iranian journalist
- Mahsa Javar (born 1994), Iranian rower
- Mahsa Kadkhoda (born 1993), Iranian volleyball player
- Mahsa Mohaghegh, Iranian-born New Zealand computer engineer
- Mahsa Saberi (born 1993), Iranian volleyball player
- Mahsa Shahbazian (born 1984), Iranian musician, composer and Qanun player
- Mahsa Vahdat (born 1973), Persian classical and world music vocalist
See also
References
- ^ "Mahsa". Name Generator.
- ^ "Persian names meaning moon". Name generator.
If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change that link to point directly to the intended article.