Mumtaz

Mumtaz is a unisex name of Arabic origin meaning “excellent.” In 2024 it was given to 9 babies in the United States.

Mumtaz at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Muslim & Arabic · Turkish · Persian
Meaning
“excellent”

About the name Mumtaz

Mumtaz belongs to the Muslim & Arabic and Turkish tradition. Its meaning — “excellent” — is the sense carried by its Arabic roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Mumtaz first appears in Social Security records in 1999 and has been given to 297 babies since 1880, including 9 in 2024.

Mumtaz in US records

First recorded (US)
1999
Babies named Mumtaz in 2024
9
Total since 1880
297

Mumtaz in England & Wales records

First recorded (since 1996)
1999
Babies named Mumtaz in 2024
3
Total since 1996
140

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mumtaz mean?

Mumtaz means “excellent” in its Arabic roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Mumtaz a boy or girl name?

Mumtaz is a unisex name. In 2024, 9 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Mumtaz?

Mumtaz comes from the Muslim & Arabic, Turkish and Persian tradition.

How popular is the name Mumtaz?

Mumtaz is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1999 and has been given to 297 babies since 1880.

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