Mohini

The female first name Mohini (मोहिनी) has its origin in India. It translates to "the enchanting one" and "the one who enchants men."

What does the name Mohini mean?

Mohini (मोहिनी) is a female name of Indian origin, which translates into English as "the enchanting one" and "the one who enchants men." The name has its roots in Sanskrit and derives from the term muh or moha (मोह), which stands for "to enchant," "to confuse," and "to disappoint." Mohini is considered the female incarnation of the Indian sun god Vishnu and is frequently associated with feminine beauty and the art of seduction. A traditional Indian dance known as Mohiniattam or Mohiniyattam is said to be performed by the divine enchantress Mohini.

Where does the name Mohini come from?

The name Mohini is a female first name with Sanskrit roots and means "the enchanting one." The word base comes from Sanskrit, where muh or moha (मोह) means "to enchant," "to confuse," and "to disappoint." The name is common in the languages Hindi, Hindu, Indian, and Marathi.

How do you pronounce Mohini?

Mo-hi-ni

Popularity

In Germany, Mohini is a rare name. In 2013, it ranked 3,816th on the list of the most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, Mohini was given in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. For the global popularity and frequency of Mohini, here are the rankings in the name charts of individual countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Mo / Moe

Famous people

• Mohini Raaj Puniya (Model from Canada)