Aga
Aga is a Muslim boy name meaning “Master, lord, chief”.
| Meaning | Master, lord, chief |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Arabic spelling | آغا |
| Pronunciation | AH-gah |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Aga
Aga is a spelling of Ağa or Agha, a Turkic title meaning master, chief or elder brother. In the Ottoman Empire it was the rank of senior officers, such as the Agha of the Janissaries. It also appears as a given name or name element in Azerbaijan, Central Asia and Pakistan, and in the title Aga Khan used by the imams of the Ismaili community.
Is Aga a Muslim name?
Aga is a Turkic title meaning master, used in Muslim societies mainly as an honorific; it is Turkic, not Arabic.
Where is the name Aga used?
Used in Turkey, Azerbaijan, Central Asia and Pakistan, largely as a title or name element.
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Spellings and variants of Aga
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aga mean?
Aga means 'Master, lord, chief'. It comes from Turkic.
Is Aga a Muslim name?
Aga is a Turkic title meaning master, used in Muslim societies mainly as an honorific; it is Turkic, not Arabic.
How do you write Aga in Arabic?
Aga is written آغا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aga?
Aga is pronounced AH-gah.