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Given Name

Yekta

yek-TAH
Pronunciation: yek-TAH
فريدة، لا مثيل لها
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Origin
Persian
Meaning
Unique; matchless; sole
Thematic Cluster
Persian Names Meaning Unique
Islamic Status
Traditional
Verification
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Quality Score
Not scored
Religious Confidence
Not scored
Letters
5
Meaning Urdu
یکتا، منفرد، بے مثال
Meaning Arabic
فريدة، لا مثيل لها
Yekta (Persian: یکتا) is a Persian female name signifying 'unique' or 'matchless'. It derives from the Persian adjective yekta, composed of yek (one) + ta (a formative), and has been used in Persian-speaking regions and by Muslim families who favour Persian lexical names. Yekta is not a Quranic name but is culturally acceptable in Islamic communities and has modern attestations (for example among Iranian artists and public figures). It is considered rare outside Iran and neighboring regions, making it a good choice for parents seeking a short, meaningful, and uncommon name. Related names in form or feel include [[Javida]] and [[Yasmin]]; see them for comparable Persian or floral options. Batch ID: 60719. The name’s Arabic rendering for usage contexts is typically given in meaning words rather than direct Arabization; it carries a positive, non-religious lexical sense and is often chosen for aesthetic and semantic reasons.
FAQs
What is the origin of the name Yekta?

Yekta is of Persian origin, from the Persian adjective یکتا meaning 'unique' or 'matchless'.

Is Yekta an Islamic name?

Yekta is not derived from the Quran but is culturally used by Muslim families; it is considered acceptable since it bears a neutral, positive meaning.

How is Yekta pronounced?

Pronounced yek-TAH (stress on the second syllable).

Are there notable people named Yekta?

Yes—Yekta Naser is an Iranian actress with public attestations of the name; the name also appears in contemporary Persian usage.

What nicknames suit Yekta?

Common short forms include 'Yek' or 'Ta' though many prefer the full two-syllable name due to its brevity.