Morteza
Morteza is a Muslim boy name meaning “One with whom God is pleased; chosen”.
| Meaning | One with whom God is pleased; chosen |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Persian spelling of al-Murtaḍā) |
| Arabic spelling | مرتضی |
| Pronunciation | mor-teh-ZAH |
| Arabic root | ر ض ي (r-ḍ-y) — to be pleased, content |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Morteza
Morteza is the Persian pronunciation of the Arabic al-Murtaḍā, 'the one approved' or 'the one with whom God is pleased'. It is one of the best-known titles of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and for this reason it is especially loved in Iran. The famous Shia scholar al-Sharīf al-Murtaḍā of Baghdad also bore it.
Is Morteza a Muslim name?
Yes. Morteza is the Persian form of Murtaza, a title of ʿAli ibn Abi Talib meaning 'the one God is pleased with'.
Is Morteza in the Quran?
The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in the phrase 'Allah is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him' (Quran 98:8).
Where is the name Morteza used?
Morteza is the Iranian spelling; Murtaza is common in Pakistan and India, and Murtadha in Iraq.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Morteza mean?
Morteza means 'One with whom God is pleased; chosen'. It comes from Arabic (Persian spelling of al-Murtaḍā).
Is Morteza a Muslim name?
Yes. Morteza is the Persian form of Murtaza, a title of ʿAli ibn Abi Talib meaning 'the one God is pleased with'.
How do you write Morteza in Arabic?
Morteza is written مرتضی in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Morteza?
Morteza is pronounced mor-teh-ZAH.
Is Morteza mentioned in the Quran?
The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in the phrase 'Allah is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him' (Quran 98:8).