Bekir
Bekir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Young camel; first-born, early”.
| Meaning | Young camel; first-born, early |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Bakr |
| Arabic spelling | بكر |
| Pronunciation | beh-KEER |
| Arabic root | ب ك ر (b-k-r) — early, first; young camel |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bekir
Bekir is the Turkish form of the Arabic name Bakr, best known from Abū Bakr al-Ṣiddīq, the closest Companion of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first caliph. In Turkey the name is usually given in honour of him, often as Ebubekir or simply Bekir. The Arabic word bakr refers to a young camel, a prized animal in Arabia.
Is Bekir a Muslim name?
Yes. Bekir is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Bakr, honouring Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, the first caliph of Islam.
Where is the name Bekir used?
Traditional in Turkey; Bakir is the usual Bosnian form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bekir mean?
Bekir means 'Young camel; first-born, early'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Bakr.
Is Bekir a Muslim name?
Yes. Bekir is a Muslim name, the Turkish form of Bakr, honouring Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, the first caliph of Islam.
How do you write Bekir in Arabic?
Bekir is written بكر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bekir?
Bekir is pronounced beh-KEER.