Akhtar
Akhtar is a Muslim unisex name of Persian origin, meaning “Star; good fortune”.
| Meaning | Star; good fortune |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | اختر |
| Pronunciation | AKH-tar |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Akhtar
Akhtar is the Persian word for a star, and like many star words it also hints at destiny and good fortune. It has no Arabic root. Across South Asia it is given to boys and girls and often serves as a surname or middle name, as with Akhtar Hameed Khan or Shabana Akhtar. Bangladeshi families generally spell it Akter and mostly give it to girls.
Is Akhtar a Muslim name?
Persian rather than Arabic, this name meaning star is used very widely by Muslim families in South Asia.
How popular is Akhtar?
Afghan, Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani families use it in very large numbers.
Gifts with the name Akhtar
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Spellings and variants of Akhtar
Names similar to Akhtar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akhtar mean?
Akhtar means 'Star; good fortune'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Akhtar a Muslim name?
Persian rather than Arabic, this name meaning star is used very widely by Muslim families in South Asia.
How do you pronounce Akhtar?
Akhtar is pronounced AKH-tar.
Is Akhtar a boy or girl name?
Akhtar is used for both boys and girls.