Ertuğrul
Ertuğrul is a Muslim boy name meaning “Brave falcon; valiant warrior”.
| Meaning | Brave falcon; valiant warrior |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Arabic spelling | أرطغرل |
| Pronunciation | er-too-ROOL |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Ertuğrul
Ertuğrul is an old Turkic name combining er (man, warrior, brave) and toğrul, a bird of prey such as a falcon, so it is usually explained as 'brave falcon' or 'heroic man'. Its famous bearer was Ertuğrul Gazi, the father of Osman I, founder of the Ottoman state. The Turkish series Diriliş: Ertuğrul made the name hugely popular in Pakistan and elsewhere.
Is Ertuğrul a Muslim name?
Yes, Ertugrul is used by Muslim families. It is Turkic rather than Arabic, but it is strongly associated with Islamic history through Ertuğrul Gazi, father of the Ottoman founder.
Where is the name Ertuğrul used?
Traditional in Turkey and much more widely used since the 2010s in Pakistan and other Muslim countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ertuğrul mean?
Ertuğrul means 'Brave falcon; valiant warrior'. It comes from Turkic.
Is Ertuğrul a Muslim name?
Yes, Ertugrul is used by Muslim families. It is Turkic rather than Arabic, but it is strongly associated with Islamic history through Ertuğrul Gazi, father of the Ottoman founder.
How do you write Ertuğrul in Arabic?
Ertuğrul is written أرطغرل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ertuğrul?
Ertuğrul is pronounced er-too-ROOL.