The baby name Mamtaa is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /məmˈtɑː/ (muhm-TAH).
The baby name Mamtaa is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /məmˈtɑː/ (muhm-TAH).
Mamtaa is Hindi, Sanskrit in Origin.
Mamtaa is a feminine given name from the Indo‑Aryan family, prevalent in Hindi and related languages. It derives from Sanskrit mamatā, a noun signifying affectionate attachment or the sense of “mine,” which in modern Hindi narrows to tender, motherly love and compassion. In Devanagari it is written ममता and pronounced with a long final vowel (-tā). As a personal name, it conveys warmth, nurturance, empathy, and protective care.
Use as a given name spread widely across North India and neighboring regions in the 20th century, helped by literary and film portrayals of mā kī mamta (a mother’s affection). Variants include Mamta, Mamata, and the transliterated Mamatā; Bengali commonly renders it as Momota. The spelling Mamtaa reflects a modern stylistic choice to signal the long ā. Notable bearers include Mamata Banerjee (Indian politician) and Mamta Mohandas (actor), illustrating cross‑regional adoption.
Mamtaa is a genuine rarity. We count just 6 recorded uses of it worldwide, from 3 countries.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OM | Girls | 0 | #424 | 1 | 15,987 |
| IN | Girls | 0 | #651 | 4 | 13,121 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,014 | 1 | 25,931 |
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