Arjumand

Arjumand is a feminine given name of Persian origin. It has been used in Iran, the Indian subcontinent, and among Persian-speaking communities. The most famous bearer is Arjumand Banu Begum (1593–1631), who is better known by her title Mumtaz Mahal. She was the wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and the mother of Aurangzeb. Shah Jahan commissioned the Taj Mahal in Agra as a mausoleum for her, making Arjumand Banu Begum a central figure in Mughal history. In modern times, the name Arjumand remains in use as a given name in South Asia and among diaspora communities.

The etymology of Arjumand is Persian in origin, but its exact meaning varies by source. It is typically described in connection with notions of value, desirability, or esteem, though no single consensus exists. The name’s cultural resonance is largely tied to its historical association with Mumtaz Mahal and the Mughal era.