Akhter

Akhter is a personal name used as both a given name and a surname. It is common in South Asia, especially among Urdu- and Persian-speaking communities in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, and among the global diaspora. The spelling Akhter is one of several transliterations of the name, with Akhtar and related variants also in widespread use.

Etymology and variants: The name is associated with the same root as Akhtar, a widely used name in the region. Variants arise from different transliteration traditions from Urdu, Persian, and Arabic, leading to forms such as Akhtar, Akhter, and other spellings.

Usage: Akhter is typically masculine when used as a given name, and it is also found as a surname. The form is found across communities rather than tied to a single language or country.

Notable people: The name has been borne by many individuals across fields such as politics, sport, and academia.

See also: Akhtar, Akhter (surname).