Ebru
Ebru is a Muslim girl name meaning “Marbled-paper art; eyebrow”.
| Meaning | Marbled-paper art; eyebrow |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish, from Persian |
| Pronunciation | eb-ROO |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Ebru
Ebru is the Turkish name for the art of paper marbling, in which colours are floated on water and transferred to paper. The word is traced to Persian, where ābrū means 'eyebrow' or 'honour', and some link it to abr (cloud). Ebru has been one of the most popular girls' names in Turkey for decades.
Is Ebru a Muslim name?
Yes. Ebru is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey. It is a Turkish name of Persian origin, not Arabic, tied to a traditional Islamic-world art form.
Where is the name Ebru used?
Very common in Turkey and the Turkish diaspora.
Gifts with the name Ebru
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ebru mean?
Ebru means 'Marbled-paper art; eyebrow'. It comes from Turkish, from Persian.
Is Ebru a Muslim name?
Yes. Ebru is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey. It is a Turkish name of Persian origin, not Arabic, tied to a traditional Islamic-world art form.
How do you pronounce Ebru?
Ebru is pronounced eb-ROO.