Find out how popular the first name Montaz has been for the last 8 years (from 1999 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Montaz by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Montaz is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Montaz.

The history of the first name Montaz

The name Montaz finds its origins in the ancient Mesopotamian region, specifically in the Sumerian language spoken in the southern part of modern-day Iraq around the 3rd millennium BC. It is believed to be derived from the Sumerian word "montaz," which means "strong" or "mighty."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Montaz can be found in a cuneiform tablet dating back to the Akkadian Empire, circa 2350 BC. The tablet mentions a man named Montaz who was a high-ranking military commander during the reign of King Sargon of Akkad.

During the Neo-Babylonian period, around 600 BC, there is a reference to a priest named Montaz who served in the temple of the god Marduk in the city of Babylon. This suggests that the name may have held religious significance or was associated with individuals of spiritual importance.

In the medieval period, the name Montaz appeared in several historical chronicles from the Middle East. One notable figure was Montaz al-Basri, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century AD in present-day Iraq. His works were widely studied and celebrated throughout the Islamic Golden Age.

Another historical figure bearing the name Montaz was a prominent military leader from the Seljuk Empire in the 11th century. Montaz ibn Malik led several successful campaigns against the Byzantines and played a crucial role in the expansion of the Seljuk territories.

In the realm of literature, the name Montaz can be found in the epic poem "Shahnama" (Book of Kings) by the Persian poet Ferdowsi, completed in the early 11th century. The poem mentions a brave warrior named Montaz who fought alongside the legendary hero Rustam.

While the name Montaz is not widely used in modern times, it carries a rich historical legacy, particularly in the Middle Eastern and Islamic cultural spheres, where it was associated with strength, valor, and spiritual devotion.

Data source

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