Mehtaab
meh-TAAB
Mehtaab is a boy’s name of Persian origin, meaning “A Persian name meaning 'moonlight' or 'moon'. It evokes a sense of beauty, radiance, and serenity.”. It currently ranks #8090 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.
What Mehtaab Means
“A Persian name meaning 'moonlight' or 'moon'. It evokes a sense of beauty, radiance, and serenity.”
The Story of Mehtaab
This name is the gentle luminescence of a moonlit night, a serene whisper from ancient Persian gardens.
Mehtaab, a name of Persian origin, directly translates to 'moonlight' or 'moon.' It has long been cherished for its evocative imagery of calm radiance and serene beauty, reflecting the night sky's glow.
For your son, Mehtaab suggests a soul of quiet brilliance and calming presence. You imagine him possessing a serene strength, his very essence reflecting a tranquil light that soothes and inspires those around him.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 2023
Total Births
76
First Recorded
2007
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