Find out how popular the first name Mahtab has been for the last 2 years (from 1993 to 1994) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mahtab by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Mahtab is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1994, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mahtab.

The history of the first name Mahtab

Mahtab is a Persian name with roots tracing back to the ancient Iranian languages. The name is derived from the Persian words "mah" meaning moon and "tab" meaning light or radiance, thus translating to "moonlight" or "light of the moon." This poetic name has been used for centuries in the Persian-speaking regions of the Middle East and Central Asia.

The earliest known historical reference to the name Mahtab can be found in Persian literature, particularly in the works of renowned poets such as Ferdowsi and Hafez, who lived during the 10th and 14th centuries respectively. These poets often used celestial imagery and references to the moon and stars in their romantic and mystical verses, making Mahtab a fitting name for individuals born under the glow of the moon.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Mahtab dates back to the 15th century, when a Persian princess named Mahtab Begum was born in the royal court of the Timurid Empire. Her name was a testament to her beauty and grace, likened to the radiance of the moon.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Mahtab. One such individual was Mahtab Rai Begum, a 17th-century Mughal princess and daughter of the influential nobleman Asaf Khan. Mahtab Rai Begum was renowned for her patronage of the arts and her role in the construction of the famous Taj Mahal in Agra, India.

Another historical figure with the name Mahtab was Mahtab Jahan Begum, a 16th-century Rajput princess who married the Mughal Emperor Akbar. She played a significant role in the affairs of the Mughal court and was known for her intelligence and political acumen.

In the realm of literature, Mahtab Nuri was a prominent 19th-century Persian poetess and calligrapher. Her work was celebrated for its lyrical beauty and its exploration of themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.

Mahtab Khan, a 17th-century Mughal general and governor, was another notable bearer of the name. He served under the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb and played a crucial role in the military campaigns of the Mughal Empire.

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