Moonlight or splendor of the moon
Mehtaab is a name of Persian origin that combines the elements 'maht' meaning moon and 'tab' meaning light or luster. It is a poetic name often used in South Asian and Middle Eastern cultures to signify radiance and beauty. While traditionally masculine in some regions, it is occasionally used for girls as well.
Less common today
Mehtaab isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,200 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
18th-century Sikh warrior and martyr
Indian actress of the early Hindi cinema
