Mujtaba
Mujtaba is a Muslim boy name meaning “Chosen, selected”.
| Meaning | Chosen, selected |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مجتبى |
| Pronunciation | mooj-TAH-bah |
| Arabic root | ج ب ي (j-b-y) — to choose, to gather |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mujtaba
Mujtaba means the chosen one, picked out for a special honour. It is best known as al-Mujtabā, the title of Imam Hasan ibn Ali, grandson of the Prophet ﷺ, and is also used as a title of the Prophet himself. The name is popular in Iran, Pakistan and India among both Shia and Sunni families.
Is Mujtaba a Muslim name?
Yes. Mujtaba is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'chosen', the title of Imam Hasan ibn Ali.
Is Mujtaba in the Quran?
Its root is used for God's choosing of Adam: 'Then his Lord chose him (ijtabāhu), turned to him in forgiveness and guided him' (Quran 20:122).
Where is the name Mujtaba used?
Common in Iran (as Mojtaba), Pakistan, India and Iraq.
Gifts with the name Mujtaba
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mujtaba mean?
Mujtaba means 'Chosen, selected'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mujtaba a Muslim name?
Yes. Mujtaba is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'chosen', the title of Imam Hasan ibn Ali.
How do you write Mujtaba in Arabic?
Mujtaba is written مجتبى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mujtaba?
Mujtaba is pronounced mooj-TAH-bah.
Is Mujtaba mentioned in the Quran?
Its root is used for God's choosing of Adam: 'Then his Lord chose him (ijtabāhu), turned to him in forgiveness and guided him' (Quran 20:122).