Mahi

Mahi is a term used in multiple contexts and can refer to several distinct things, depending on the context. It commonly appears in references to a fish, a personal name, and a river in India.

Mahi-mahi, also known as the dorado, is a species of large, fast-swimming marine fish (Coryphaena hippurus). It inhabits warm, tropical and subtropical oceans around the world. Mahi-mahi is prized for firm, moderately oily flesh and is a popular choice for grilling, baking, and sautéing. Adults typically range from about 1 to 2 meters in length, and the species is noted for its vivid coloration when alive, including bright blues and greens that fade after death.

As a given name, Mahi is used in South Asia and among diaspora communities. It appears in various languages, sometimes as a standalone name and other times as a nickname or component of a longer name. The name is used for both genders in certain cultural contexts, and its exact meaning can vary by language and region.

The Mahi River is a major river in western India. It originates in the central region of the country and flows through the states of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat before emptying into the Gulf of Khambhat on the Arabian Sea. The river supports local irrigation and ecosystems along its course and plays a role in regional agriculture and settlements.