The distinguished one or the exalted one
Derived from the Arabic word meaning 'excellent' or 'distinguished'. It is historically significant as a name denoting high status and exceptional quality, most famously associated with Mughal royalty.
Less common today
Mumtaz isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,420 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Mughal Empress for whom the Taj Mahal was built
Iconic Indian film actress of the 1960s and 70s
Early Bollywood actress known for the film Kismet
