Mojtaba

Mojtaba is the Persian variant of the Arabic name Mujtaba and is translated from Arabic as "the chosen one." Its roots lie in the Arabic word mujtaban (مجتبى), which means "selected."

What does the name Mojtaba mean?

Mojtaba represents the Persian form of the Arabic name Mujtaba and translates to "the chosen one." The name derives from the Arabic mujtaban (مجتبى), which means "selected." Mojtaba is especially common in the Persian region, particularly in Iran, and enjoys great popularity, especially among Muslims. In Islam, Mujtaba is used as an honorific title for the Prophet Muhammad and his grandson Hasan. In the German-speaking area, the name can also be found in the Germanized spelling Mudschtaba, while the Turkish equivalent is Mücteba.

Where does the name Mojtaba come from?

Mojtaba is a male first name of Arabic origin that carries the meaning "the chosen one." The Arabic

How do you pronounce Mojtaba?

Mojtaba is pronounced approximately 'Moidsch-ta-ba.'

Popularity

In Germany, Mojtaba is among the less common first names. Currently, it ranks 5,840th in the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2021, when it reached 3,549th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 4,991st in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,934th.

Famous people

• Mojtaba Khamenei (son of the Iranian leader)