Holding steady, #4,050 for boys today.
Popularity of Murtaza since 1983
Babies named Murtaza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 68 |
| 2000s | 94 |
| 2010s | 119 |
| 2020s | 107 |
Meaning & origin
Murtaza is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'chosen' or 'the chosen one,' reflecting its Islamic significance. In the United States, it was first recorded in 1983 and as of 2025 ranks 4050, with a one-in-65,695 frequency among boys. The name reached its peak popularity in 2025, indicating a steady, modest usage without dramatic spikes. While top states for the name are not available, the overall trajectory suggests it remains a consistent choice, particularly within Muslim communities. Given its religious and cultural weight, Murtaza is a name that carries deep heritage while remaining relatively rare in the broader American naming landscape.
Murtaza derives from the Arabic root r-d-y (to be pleased) and the passive participle form, meaning 'one who is chosen or approved.' It is a masculine name deeply rooted in Islamic heritage, historically associated with Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad, who was given the epithet 'Al-Murtaza' (the chosen one). The name has been borne across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia, the Middle East, and Central Asia.
“Murtaza” around the world
Where Murtaza lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Murty, Murto
Variants: Murtadha, Mortaza, Morteza
Sibling names for Murtaza
Names that share Murtaza's style, for a brother or sister.
