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Gohar

“jewel, gem”

About the name Gohar

Gohar is a Persian girls’ name. It means ‘jewel’ or ‘gem’ in Persian, and the word, also spelled gowhar, can mean ‘essence’ or ‘pearl’ in classical usage. The name is commonly used in Persian-speaking cultures, including Iran and Afghanistan, and it is also an established name in Armenia. A notable bearer was the Armenian soprano Gohar Gasparyan. The Urdu form is Gauhar, used in Pakistan and India.

Meaning
jewel, gem
Origin
Persian
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
go-HAR(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Gohar

  • Gohar Zara
  • Gohar Lila
  • Gohar Nadia
  • Gohar Yasmin
  • Gohar Amina

Questions about Gohar

What does Gohar mean?
Gohar is a Persian name meaning "jewel, gem".
How do you pronounce Gohar?
Gohar is pronounced go-HAR, with emphasis on the second syllable.

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