Murtada
Murtada is a Muslim boy name meaning “Chosen, approved, well-pleasing”.
| Meaning | Chosen, approved, well-pleasing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مرتضى |
| Pronunciation | moor-TAH-dah |
| Arabic root | ر ض و (r-ḍ-w) — to be pleased |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Murtada
Murtada is the Arabic pronunciation of al-Murtaḍā, 'the one with whom God is pleased' or 'the chosen'. It is a well-known title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet ﷺ. The famous Shia scholar al-Sharīf al-Murtaḍā of Baghdad also carried it. Murtaza is the Persian and South Asian equivalent.
Is Murtada a Muslim name?
Yes. Murtada is a Muslim name meaning 'chosen' or 'approved', and a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
Is Murtada 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 Murtada used?
Common in Iraq, Bahrain and Lebanon, and also used in Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Murtada mean?
Murtada means 'Chosen, approved, well-pleasing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Murtada a Muslim name?
Yes. Murtada is a Muslim name meaning 'chosen' or 'approved', and a title of ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib.
How do you write Murtada in Arabic?
Murtada is written مرتضى in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Murtada?
Murtada is pronounced moor-TAH-dah.
Is Murtada mentioned in the Quran?
The verb from this root appears in 'except whom He has approved (irtaḍā) of messengers' (Quran 72:27).