Duru

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Duru is a Muslim girl name meaning “Clear, pure, limpid”.

MeaningClear, pure, limpid
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish
Pronunciationdoo-ROO
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Duru

Duru is the Turkish word for clear or limpid, used for clean water or a pure mind. It has been one of the most popular girls' names in Turkey in the 2010s and 2020s. As a native Turkish word it has no Arabic root, but its meaning echoes Arabic names like Safa and Safiyya.

Is Duru a Muslim name?

Duru is a Turkish name rather than an Arabic one, but it is very popular with Muslim families in Turkey. It means pure, close in spirit to Arabic Safiyya or Safa.

Where is the name Duru used?

Among the top girls' names in Turkey in recent years.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Duru mean?

Duru means 'Clear, pure, limpid'. It comes from Turkish.

Is Duru a Muslim name?

Duru is a Turkish name rather than an Arabic one, but it is very popular with Muslim families in Turkey. It means pure, close in spirit to Arabic Safiyya or Safa.

How do you pronounce Duru?

Duru is pronounced doo-ROO.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.