Mortaza
Mortaza is a Muslim boy name meaning “Chosen, one who is approved (by God)”.
| Meaning | Chosen, one who is approved (by God) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Persian pronunciation |
| Arabic spelling | مرتضى |
| Pronunciation | mor-tah-ZAH |
| Arabic root | ر ض و (r-ḍ-w) — to be pleased |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mortaza
Mortaza is the Persian and Bengali pronunciation of al-Murtaḍā, 'the one approved' or 'chosen'. It is best known as a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, and is therefore especially loved by Shia families. In Persian the Arabic ḍ is pronounced as 'z', which gives forms like Morteza and Murtaza.
Is Mortaza a Muslim name?
Yes. Mortaza is a Muslim name, a form of al-Murtaḍā, the title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
Is Mortaza in the Quran?
The verb from this root appears in 'except whom He has approved (irtaḍā) of messengers' (Quran 72:27).
Where is the name Mortaza used?
Used in Iran (usually Morteza), Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mortaza mean?
Mortaza means 'Chosen, one who is approved (by God)'. It comes from Arabic, Persian pronunciation.
Is Mortaza a Muslim name?
Yes. Mortaza is a Muslim name, a form of al-Murtaḍā, the title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
How do you write Mortaza in Arabic?
Mortaza is written مرتضى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mortaza?
Mortaza is pronounced mor-tah-ZAH.
Is Mortaza mentioned in the Quran?
The verb from this root appears in 'except whom He has approved (irtaḍā) of messengers' (Quran 72:27).