Akhtar
Akhtar is a common male given name and surname of Persian origin, meaning "star". It is used in various countries including Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. The name is also found in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in India and Bangladesh.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The name Akhtar is derived from the Persian word "اختر" which means "star". It is a common name in Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, and is also used in the Indian subcontinent. The name is often given to boys, but can also be used as a surname.
Notable people with the name Akhtar[edit | edit source]
There are many notable people with the name Akhtar, including:
- Javed Akhtar, an Indian poet, lyricist and scriptwriter
- Shoaib Akhtar, a former Pakistani cricketer
- Farhan Akhtar, an Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, actor, playback singer, lyricist and television host
- Zeenat Aman, born as Zeenat Akhtar, an Indian actress and model
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