Altamash
Altamash is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of a Delhi sultan; meaning debated”.
| Meaning | Name of a Delhi sultan; meaning debated |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Arabic spelling | التمش |
| Pronunciation | al-TAH-mush |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Altamash
Altamash is the South Asian form of Iltutmish, the name of Shams al-Dīn Iltutmish (d. 1236), the Turkic slave-soldier who became Sultan of Delhi and consolidated Muslim rule in northern India. The original Turkic meaning is uncertain; it is often explained as 'one who holds the realm'. In Pakistan and India the name is chosen for its historical association.
Is Altamash a Muslim name?
Altamash is a Turkic name, but it is used by Muslim families in South Asia because of Sultan Iltutmish of Delhi. Its exact meaning is debated, so some parents pair it with an Arabic first name.
Where is the name Altamash used?
Used mainly in Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Altamash mean?
Altamash means 'Name of a Delhi sultan; meaning debated'. It comes from Turkic.
Is Altamash a Muslim name?
Altamash is a Turkic name, but it is used by Muslim families in South Asia because of Sultan Iltutmish of Delhi. Its exact meaning is debated, so some parents pair it with an Arabic first name.
How do you write Altamash in Arabic?
Altamash is written التمش in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Altamash?
Altamash is pronounced al-TAH-mush.