Erkan
Erkan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Pillars; dignitaries, leading men”.
| Meaning | Pillars; dignitaries, leading men |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish, from Arabic arkān |
| Arabic spelling | أركان |
| Pronunciation | ehr-KAHN |
| Arabic root | ر ك ن (r-k-n) — to lean on, pillar |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Erkan
Erkan comes from Arabic arkān, the plural of rukn (pillar, cornerstone). Ottoman Turkish used erkân both for the fundamental pillars of something and for the high officials of the state. As a modern Turkish name it suggests a pillar of the community. It also looks like a native Turkish compound of er (man) and kan (blood), which helps its popularity.
Is Erkan a Muslim name?
Yes. Erkan is a Turkish name with an Arabic root meaning pillars, the same word used for the five pillars (arkān) of Islam.
Where is the name Erkan used?
Common in Turkey and among Turks in Germany and the Balkans.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Erkan mean?
Erkan means 'Pillars; dignitaries, leading men'. It comes from Turkish, from Arabic arkān.
Is Erkan a Muslim name?
Yes. Erkan is a Turkish name with an Arabic root meaning pillars, the same word used for the five pillars (arkān) of Islam.
How do you write Erkan in Arabic?
Erkan is written أركان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Erkan?
Erkan is pronounced ehr-KAHN.