Ercan
Ercan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Brave-hearted man”.
| Meaning | Brave-hearted man |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish (with Persian can) |
| Pronunciation | EHR-jahn |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Ercan
Ercan joins Turkish er (man, brave warrior) with can (soul, life), a word Turkish borrowed from Persian jān. Together they give 'a man with a brave soul' or 'dear man'. It was one of the most common boys' names in Turkey in the 1970s and 1980s. The c is pronounced like English j.
Is Ercan a Muslim name?
Ercan is a Turkish name rather than an Arabic one, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.
Where is the name Ercan used?
Very common in Turkey, especially among men born in the 1970s–1990s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ercan mean?
Ercan means 'Brave-hearted man'. It comes from Turkish (with Persian can).
Is Ercan a Muslim name?
Ercan is a Turkish name rather than an Arabic one, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Ercan?
Ercan is pronounced EHR-jahn.