Murtaza Boy
Origin(s)
Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'chosen one'; Persian: 'the one who is preferred'
Historical & Cultural Background
Murtaza is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is often associated with the Islamic figure Ali ibn Abi Talib, who is referred to as Murtaza in various texts. The name signifies a sense of being chosen or preferred, reflecting a revered status. It is also used in Persian-speaking regions, where it carries similar connotations.
Trend Summary
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Similar Names
Mustafa, Mansoor, Murtaz, Musa, Mujahid, Mansur, Murad
Variants
- Murtaza
- Murtaz
International Variants
- Murtaza (Arabic)
- Murtaz (Persian)
Famous people named Murtaza
Murtaza Bhutto was a Pakistani politician and the son of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
Murtaza Ali was a notable Pakistani cricketer who played in domestic leagues.
Fictional characters named Murtaza
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Murtaza was first seen in the United States in 1983. Murtaza has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has not reached a level of popularity in any states at this time. In the past 5 years the name Murtaza has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Murtaza (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 18 |