335 Turkish Boy Names For Your Little Chief

Turkish boy names or girl names are chosen with great care and are believed to have a powerful impact on the child’s life. Turkey is home to one of the oldest, permanently settled civilizations, with a history and culture that speaks for itself. Thus, the country’s naming traditions have been well sought too. At birth, the child is given one or two mostly gender-specific names. In rare cases, however, up to three words are allowed for a name. While most names are gender-specific, such as Oguz, exclusively for males and Tuğçe solely for females, modernization has paved the way for gender-neutral and stylish names too. Turkish names encompass a variety of linguistic and cultural influences. Some names, like Tuncay, meaning ‘bronze moon,’ have Turkic roots, while others, such as Muhammed, denoting someone ‘praiseworthy,’ are derived from Arabic. Persian-rooted names may also be present in the Ottoman naming tradition, which can be attributed to the Turkic migration path through Persia to Anatolia (1). This diversity in etymological origins adds richness and complexity to the tapestry of Ottoman Turkish names. Exploring Turkish baby boy names allows us to see how tradition and society are changing in Turkey. Furthermore, through the origin of the names, we can see how both given, and surnames are evolving over time. Names hold profound significance in any culture, serving as mirrors reflecting the historical roots and values that define a society. By exploring the names of Turkish baby boys, one can gain valuable impressions of familial lineages, tribal affiliations, and the historical connections that underscore the importance of ancestry in Turkish culture. If you have been looking for meaningful Turkish baby boy names, take a look at our post below. We have listed some of the most popular Turkish names used around the world and also explained what they mean, so you can pick one that best suits your baby.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Atlas		Boy	To endure; Bearer of the heavens
Ali		Boy	Elevated; High; Superior; Noble; Champion
Yusuf		Boy	God increases; He will add
Hamza		Boy	Strong; Steadfast
Ahmed		Boy	Highly praised; Most commendable
Emir		Boy	Prince; Commander; Immortal
Musa		Boy	Muse; Son; Deliver
Dilan		Boy	Heart; Compassionate; Tide; Flow
Damir		Boy	Peace giver; Steel; Iron; Conscience
Mustafa		Boy	The chosen one; Appointed; Preferred
Aydin		Boy	Fire; Enlightened; Illuminating; Clear
Ayan		Boy	God's gift; Manifest; Clear; Watchful
Ahmir		Boy	Commander; Prince; Immortal; Boss; Leader; Crown; A sheaf of grain, barley, wheat
Eren		Boy	Saint; Holy person; Affection
Bilal		Boy	The Prophet's person; Calling prayer; Winner; Full moon; Water; Victorious
Aydan		Boy	One who is born out of fire; The Sun God; From the moon
Tylan		Unisex	Tall
Kenan		Boy	Possession; Humble; Little wolf
Ender		Boy	Brave; Manly; Wood clearing; Very rare
Demir		Boy	Iron; Iron moon; Young bull
Yasin		Boy	36th chapter of the Quran
Sultan		Boy	He is a King; A Sultan; He rules others
Mahir		Boy	Skilled; Expert; Talented
Adnan		Boy	Settler
Naim		Boy	Calm; Happy; Tranquil; At ease; To be contented
Aslan		Boy	Lion
Yunus		Boy	Dove; Peaceful being; God's gift; Accomplishment
Aj		Boy	The inventor; Moon; A Pharoah's name
Reyan		Unisex	Fame; Basil
Tahir		Boy	Virtuous; Pure; Chaste
Azlan		Unisex	Lion
Muhammed		Boy	Praised; Praiseworthy; Commendable
Harun		Boy	Lofty; Exalted
Mikail		Boy	Who is like God
Timur		Boy	Iron; Strong
Adem		Boy	Man; To be red; Made from
Arsalan		Boy	Lion; King of jungle; Lion hunter; Fearless; Brave; Gladiator
Boris		Boy	Snow leopard; Wolf
Humza		Boy	Steadfast; Strong
Muhsin		Boy	Kind; Beneficent; Helper
Emin		Boy	Truthful; Loyal; One who believes in God
Nadir		Boy	Rare; Scarce; Precious
Emre		Boy	Friend; Brother
Ayaz		Boy	Cool night breeze; A royal breeze
Maher		Boy	Skilled; Talented
Munir		Unisex	Bright; Illuminating
Aras		Boy	Eagle; Equal; Balanced
Alp		Boy	Hero; Brave
Kaan		Boy	King; Ruler
Toren		Boy	Holding fast; Ceremony; Celebration
Alim		Boy	Learned; Expert; Scholar; Servant of the all-knowing
Azim		Boy	Great; Magnificent; Perseverance
Kalman		Boy	Remainder; Dove; Beautiful name
Orhan		Boy	Ruler of the city; Great leader
Yaman		Boy	Goat; Intelligent; Efficient; Strong; Redoubtable; Stalwart
Aliyar		Boy	Exalted; High
Mehmet		Boy	Praise; Praiseworthy
Ruslan		Boy	One who is like a Lion
Ilhan		Unisex	Subordinate Khan
Salih		Boy	Virtuous
Suleyman		Boy	He who is a man of peace
Khan		Boy	King; Prince; Military chief; Ruler
Nuh		Boy	Rest; Repose
Ozan		Boy	A bard
Taylan		Boy	Tall
Narin		Boy	Fragile; Slender; Delicate
Ahmet		Boy	Greatly praised; Highly commendable
Sinan		Boy	Spearhead; Arrowhead
Beren		Boy	Strong; Smart
Burhan		Boy	Proof; An epithet of Prophet Muhammad
Can		Boy	Soul; Life; Darling
Sohum		Boy	Hornbeam; Fortress; I am He; I am the Supreme Soul
Danyal		Boy	God is my judge
Shaheen		Boy	Falcon, Hawk
Tanay		Boy	Son; Belonging to one's family; Descendent; Steady moon
Mete		Boy	Brave; Galahad; Hero; Valiant; Gallant
Amine		Boy	Faithful; Honest; Truthful; Feel safe
Ghazi		Boy	A heroic person; A warrior; A conqueror
Mert		Boy	Manly or man; Brave
Nihaal		Boy	Satisfied; Comfortable; Cheerful; Drink
Asaf		Boy	Collector; Gatherer
Alihan		Boy	Ruler; Leader; Gift of God
Haleem		Boy	Forbearing; Gentle; Mild-mannered
Kemal		Boy	Perfection
Murat		Boy	A wish come true; Desire
Taimur		Boy	Iron
Semir		Boy	Companion in evening talk; To talk in the evening
Yaser		Boy	To be rich; To become easy
Arkin		Boy	An old and wise man; Venerated; Brilliant
Ata		Boy	Gift; One of the twins; Ancestor; Predecessor; You
Kagan		Boy	Priest; King; Ruler
Senay		Boy	A moon of happiness; Merry moon
Burak		Boy	Lightning
Truong		Boy	College; Meadow
Naif		Boy	Exceeding; Surpassing; Elevated; High; Towering
Nihaan		Boy	Not accessible to view; Finally
Zoltan		Boy	Ruler; Sultan
Emrey		Unisex	Home strength; Industrious leader; To love; Desire; To be quiet
Ajdin		Boy	He who is bright; Clear
Fatih		Boy	Conqueror

Infographic: Timeless Turkish Baby Boy Names You Will Adore

Turkey has a deep and fascinating history. Turkish names reflect the country's customs, culture, and moral values. They also showcase many Persian and European influences. If you've just begun searching for a name for your boy, a Turkish name would certainly interest you. Give this infographic a read to discover some good ones.

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