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Mushtaq

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Meaning

Longing

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic مشتاق
Urdu مشتاق
Persian مشتاق
Turkish Müştak
Bengali মোশতাক
Indonesian mustaq
Pashto مشتاق

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Mushtaq is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Longing', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Arabic culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Mushtaq is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Mushtaq comes from the Arabic root sh-w-q, meaning "longing" or yearning.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ش-و-ق (sh-w-q, 'to long for, yearn'). Mushtaq means 'yearning, longing.'

Islamic Significance

Longing is given a direction in the Quran: and to your Lord direct your longing (94:8).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world.