Find out how popular the first name Mirza has been for the last 47 years (from 1977 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mirza by gender

Based on the last 47 years of data, Mirza is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 82% of people named Mirza being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 19 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Mirza.

The history of the first name Mirza

The name Mirza is of Persian origin, originating from the word 'Mir' which means a prince, ruler, or lord in Persian. It dates back to the time of the Persian Empire, which existed from the 6th century BCE to the 7th century CE.

Mirza was initially a title used by the nobility and members of the royal family in Persia. Over time, it became a common first name among Persian speakers. The name spread to other regions that were once part of the Persian Empire, including parts of Central Asia, the Middle East, and South Asia.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mirza can be found in the Shahnameh, a legendary epic poem written by the Persian poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. The poem mentions several characters with the name Mirza, including Mirza Turan, a prominent figure in the story.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals with the name Mirza. One of the most famous was Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (1835-1908), an Indian religious leader and the founder of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. Another prominent figure was Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib (1797-1869), a renowned Urdu and Persian poet who lived during the Mughal Empire.

In the 16th century, Mirza Muhammad Haidar Dughlat (1499-1551) was a Chagatai Turkic prince and author from the Dughlat Emirate, who wrote extensively about the history and culture of Central Asia. Mirza Rafi Sauda (1713-1781) was another influential Persian poet from the Mughal era, known for his contributions to the Urdu language.

Mirza Shafi Vazeh (1787-1837), also known as Mirza Shafi Qazvini, was a prominent Iranian poet and calligrapher who lived during the Qajar dynasty. His works were highly influential in the development of modern Persian poetry.

These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Mirza, reflecting its rich cultural heritage and significance in various regions and time periods.

Data source

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