MvH

MvH is an initialism that can refer to several different things, depending on context. In biographical or bibliographic use, MvH is often encountered as the initials of a person with a given name starting with M and a surname starting with H. In Dutch and Flemish contexts, it may appear in abbreviated forms such as M. v. H. or MvH, especially when prefixes like van or von are involved. The precise interpretation depends on accompanying information such as dates, affiliations, or the full name.

MvH can also serve as an acronym for organizations, programs, or publications whose official name begins with the letters M, v, and H. In such cases, the full form is typically provided on first reference, with MvH functioning as a shorthand thereafter.

In digital media, archiving, and cataloging, MvH may appear as a provisional label or identifier when a full title or author name is temporarily unavailable or intentionally withheld. As with any initialism, its meaning is not universal and must be inferred from the surrounding context.

Because MvH is ambiguous, readers should look for clarifying details such as the complete name, the language, the date, or the organizing body to determine the intended referent. When encountered, additional context—such as a surrounding article, citation, or metadata—helps resolve which MvH is being referenced.