Mukhtar is a male name with origins in Arabic and Urdu. It is pronounced as mook-TAHR (/muˈxtar/). The name has variations, such as Mokhtar. In the United States of America, Mukhtar has been given to newborns since at least 1984, with varying levels of popularity each year. While its usage has fluctuated over time, it remains a unique and distinctive choice for parents seeking a name rooted in rich cultural heritage.
Mukhtar Mai - Mukhtaran Bibi, now known as Mukhtār Mā'ī, is a Pakistani human rights activist who gained international attention after surviving a gang-rape sanctioned by a tribal council in 2002. |
Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi is an Indian politician who served as the Union Minister of Minority Affairs and as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha. |
Mukhtar Begum was a renowned Pakistani classical and ghazal singer, as well as an actress, known as The Queen of Music for her melodious songs in Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu films. |
Mukhtar Dadashov - Mukhtar Dadashev was a renowned Soviet and Azerbaijani actor, film director, screenwriter, and cameraman, honored for his contributions to theater and film. |
Mukhtar Ahmed is a Pakistani cricketer known for playing domestic cricket for Southern Punjab. |