Unisex name
Mochtar name meaning
“chosen, selected”
Mochtar is a name used for both boys and girls, from Arabic mukhtār, meaning “chosen” or “selected”. It is an Indonesian spelling of the Arabic form. Related spelling variants include Muchtar, Mukhtar, and Muhtar, all presenting alternative written forms of the name with its meaning of selection.
What does Mochtar mean?
Chosen, selected
In Indonesian: pilihan, yang dipilih
In Anwar, Iskandar, and Fajar, -ar belongs to the complete name rather than serving as a suffix with one shared meaning. Similar endings do not imply a common origin or meaning. More boy names ending in -ar →
Origin and cultural usage of Mochtar
An Indonesian spelling of Arabic mukhtār, meaning chosen or selected.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Mochtar in Islam and the Quran
Mochtar does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Mochtar
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mochtar, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Mochtar as a first name
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Mochtar Ilman
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person possessing learning and knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
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Mochtar Abror
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person of virtue and good deeds.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Abror: the righteous and virtuous
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Interpretation
May he become a beloved, chosen person who is always accurate.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Habib: beloved, dearly loved
- Saiba: correct; sound in judgment
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Mochtar Nadhif
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person who is clean and well kept.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Nadhif: clean and well kept
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Interpretation
May he become a chosen person with contentment and accuracy.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Reza: contentment, willing acceptance
- Saiba: correct; sound in judgment
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Mochtar Gamal
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person possessing beauty and loveliness.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Gamal: beauty, loveliness
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Mochtar Rifki
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person with a gentle manner.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Rifki: associated with gentleness
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Interpretation
May he become a capable, chosen person who achieves success.Meaning of each word
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Qodir: capable, powerful
- Fauzul: success, attainment of victory
Mochtar as a middle name
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Interpretation
May he become a beloved, chosen person who opens the way.Meaning of each word
- Azizi: my dear one
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Fatih: opener, conqueror
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Interpretation
May he become a chosen person who is just, impartial, and accurate.Meaning of each word
- Adila: just, impartial
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Saiba: correct; sound in judgment
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Interpretation
May he become a chosen person of virtue who brings goodness.Meaning of each word
- Salihin: righteous and virtuous people
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Khoir: goodness, something good
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Wakur Mochtar Nashrullah
Interpretation
May he be chosen, calm, dignified, and receive help from God.Meaning of each word
- Wakur: composed and dignified
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Nashrullah: help or victory from God
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Interpretation
May he become a chosen sermon speaker, gentle and fluent.Meaning of each word
- Salis: gentle, fluent
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Chotib: one who delivers a sermon
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Interpretation
May he become a noble, chosen person who accepts things willingly.Meaning of each word
- Ula: eminence, high rank
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Ridho: contentment, willing acceptance
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Interpretation
May he become a chosen bearer of joyful news and goodness.Meaning of each word
- Bachir: bearer of glad tidings
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Khoir: goodness, something good
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Interpretation
A picture of a chosen knocker accompanied by fragrant greenery.Meaning of each word
- Raihan: a fragrant aromatic plant
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
- Thariq: one who knocks; nighttime visitor
Mochtar as a last name
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Rezha Mochtar
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person with acceptance and contentment.Meaning of each word
- Rezha: willing acceptance or contentment
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
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Interpretation
May he become a chosen ruler of greater purity.Meaning of each word
- Azka: purer, more virtuous
- Sulton: ruler or holder of authority
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
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Harits Mochtar
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person who diligently cultivates the land.Meaning of each word
- Harits: cultivator, one who works
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
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Haq Mochtar
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person who holds to truth.Meaning of each word
- Haq: truth, that which is right
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
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Rifki Mochtar
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person known for a gentle manner.Meaning of each word
- Rifki: associated with gentleness
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
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Hasanul Mochtar
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person who is good and beautiful.Meaning of each word
- Hasanul: the good or beautiful
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
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Interpretation
May he become a chosen person who keeps growing with strong determination.Meaning of each word
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
- Hamam: resolute, energetic
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
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Ahsan Mochtar
Interpretation
May he become a chosen person who keeps becoming better.Meaning of each word
- Ahsan: better, best
- Mochtar: chosen, selected
How to pronounce Mochtar
| Syllables | 2 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mɔxtar/ |
| Arabic script | مختار |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦺꦴꦏ꦳꧀ꦠꦂ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮧᮂᮒᮁ |
Is Mochtar a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mochtar is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 70% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Mochtar ranks #44 among unisex names in our data sample (55 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Mochtar
Famous people named Mochtar
- Mochtar Lubis · b. 1922
- Mochtar Kusumaatmadja · b. 1929
- Mochtar Riady · b. 1929
- Rd Mochtar · b. 1918
- Moh Mochtar · b. 1918
- W. D. Mochtar · b. 1928
- Mochtar Apin · b. 1923
- Mochtar Naim · b. 1932
- Mochtar Embut · b. 1934
- Mochtar Mohamad · b. 1964
- Mochtar Pabottingi · b. 1945
- Mochtar · b. 1909
FAQ about the name Mochtar
What is the meaning of Mochtar?
Mochtar means chosen, selected. An Indonesian spelling of Arabic mukhtār, meaning chosen or selected.
Is Mochtar a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mochtar is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 70% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mochtar?
Mochtar is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Mochtar in the Quran?
Mochtar does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Mochtar have?
Mochtar has 2 syllables (Moch-tar) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Mochtar?
Mochtar ranks #44 among unisex names in our data sample (55 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Mochtar?
Other spellings: Muchtar, Mukhtar, Muhtar, Mohtar, Moechtar.
What full names go well with Mochtar?
Some ideas: Mochtar Ilman; Azizi Mochtar Fatih; Rezha Mochtar.
Famous people named Mochtar?
Notable people named Mochtar include Mochtar Lubis, Mochtar Kusumaatmadja, Mochtar Riady.
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