Mehtab
Mehtab is a Muslim girl name meaning “Moonlight, the moon”.
| Meaning | Moonlight, the moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian, Urdu usage |
| Arabic spelling | مہتاب |
| Pronunciation | meh-TAAB |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Mehtab
Mehtab is the South Asian spelling of the Persian mahtāb, moonlight or the shining moon, from mah (moon) and tāb (glow). In Iran Mahtab is a girl's name, while in Pakistan and North India Mehtab is used for both girls and boys. It has a long presence in Urdu poetry.
Is Mehtab a Muslim name?
Mehtab is a Persian name, not Arabic, but it is used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Iran.
Where is the name Mehtab used?
Used in Pakistan, India and Iran; for both genders in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Mehtab
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Spellings and variants of Mehtab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mehtab mean?
Mehtab means 'Moonlight, the moon'. It comes from Persian, Urdu usage.
Is Mehtab a Muslim name?
Mehtab is a Persian name, not Arabic, but it is used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Iran.
How do you write Mehtab in Arabic?
Mehtab is written مہتاب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mehtab?
Mehtab is pronounced meh-TAAB.