Murtaza
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Pearl, child of light
Origin: English (variant)
Popularity: Ranked #4105 in 2025 with 26 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Muaz, meaning pearl, child of light.
Similar names: mumtaz, muaaz, muaz, murray
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Murtaza? About 1 in 128,019 babies born in 2025 were named Murtaza, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Murtaza
What does the name Murtaza mean?
Murtaza means “Pearl, child of light” from English (variant) roots.
What is the origin of the name Murtaza?
Murtaza has English (variant) origin. The traditional meaning is “Pearl, child of light”.
How popular is Murtaza?
Murtaza ranked #4050 in 2025 — given to 26 babies that year.
When was Murtaza most popular?
Murtaza peaked in 2023 with 26 babies registered that year.
Is Murtaza a boy or girl name?
Murtaza is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Murtazas in registered births are male.
Is the name Murtaza rising or falling in popularity?
Murtaza has risen 730 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4780 in 2020 to #4050 in 2025.
How long has Murtaza been recorded?
Murtaza appears in birth records across 35 years — from 1983 through 2025.