UK boy's name
Mujtaba
One who is accepted or chosen by God.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mujtaba is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mujtaba popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1859, with 13 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 27 births.
This profile covers 382 England and Wales registrations across 29 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 48% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 379 living people in the UK are called Mujtaba. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mujtaba ranked #1859 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 13 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 27 boys were registered as Mujtaba.
- • About 379 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mujtaba as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1859
2024
Births in 2024
13
Latest year
Peak year
2011
27 births
Estimated living
379
2026
Meaning
What does Mujtaba mean?
The name Mujtaba originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the Islamic tradition. It is derived from the Arabic word "jataba," which means "to choose" or "to select." The name Mujtaba, therefore, carries the meaning of "the chosen one" or "the selected one."
The earliest recorded use of the name Mujtaba can be traced back to the 7th century CE, when it was bestowed upon Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. According to Islamic tradition, the Prophet Muhammad himself referred to Ali as "Mujtaba," signifying his chosen status and his close relationship with the Prophet.
Historically, the name Mujtaba has been associated with individuals of great spiritual and intellectual significance in Islamic history. One notable figure was Abu Talib al-Makki (d. 996 CE), a renowned Sufi scholar and author who wrote extensively on Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
Another prominent individual bearing the name Mujtaba was Al-Mujtaba ibn Badi' al-Zaman al-Hamadani (d. 1089 CE), a Persian poet and philosopher known for his contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy.
In the 12th century, Mujtaba al-Luri (d. 1153 CE) was a celebrated Persian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the development of trigonometry and the study of celestial mechanics.
The name Mujtaba also found its way into the realm of Islamic mysticism and Sufism. Mujtaba al-Miri (d. 1390 CE) was a prominent Sufi mystic and spiritual leader who played a crucial role in the spread of Sufism in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Fast-forwarding to more recent times, Mujtaba Husayn (1905-1984) was an Indian Islamic scholar and writer who dedicated his life to the study and promotion of Islamic teachings and values.
Throughout history, the name Mujtaba has been borne by individuals who have left an indelible mark on various fields, ranging from religion and philosophy to science and literature. Its profound meaning and connection to Islamic tradition have made it a revered and cherished name across the Islamic world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mujtaba over time
The chart below shows babies named Mujtaba registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mujtaba, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 13 births in 2024, compared with 27 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mujtaba by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mujtaba was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #1579 | 83 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1483 | 168 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1716 | 104 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1744 | 27 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Mujtaba
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Mujtaba: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mujtaba in the UK right now?
In 2024, Mujtaba was ranked #1859 for boys in England and Wales, with 13 births registered.
When was Mujtaba most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 27 babies registered as Mujtaba in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mujtaba?
One who is accepted or chosen by God.
How many people are called Mujtaba in the UK?
A total of 382 babies have been registered as Mujtaba across the 29 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.