Mahal

Pronunciation: [ m-uhh-AHL ]

Mahal is a girl baby name. Ranked #30,971 in the US, popular nicknames include Mah, May, and Mahie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Mahal is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-uhh-AHL.

Parents who love the name Mahal often also consider Mycha, Alayha, Tianie .

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Historical Record

Mahal first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.

Over 6 babies have been named Mahal in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Mahal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,971 for girl names in the US .

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#30,971
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#30,971
Total SSA Count
6

Alternative Spellings

Mahalia #3169 Maha #3181

Nicknames

Mah May Mahie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mahal

Is Mahal a boy or girl name?
Mahal is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Mahal?
Mahal is pronounced m-uhh-AHL.
How popular is the name Mahal?
Mahal is currently ranked #30971 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mahal?
Common nicknames for Mahal include Mah, May, and Mahie.
Is Mahal a common or rare name?
Mahal is an uncommon name, ranked #30971 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Mahal?
Mahal pairs well with Mycha, Alayha, Tianie, Vyvian in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Mahal?
Related spellings include Mahalia, Maha.

About the Name Mahal

Mahal is a girl name .

Mahal is currently ranked #30,971 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Mahal include Mah, May, and Mahie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Mahal include Mahalia, Maha . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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