Koray

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Koray is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ember moon; glowing like the moon”.

MeaningEmber moon; glowing like the moon
GenderBoy
OriginTurkish
PronunciationKOH-rai
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Koray

Koray is a modern Turkish name formed from kor, 'glowing ember', and ay, 'moon', so it is usually understood as 'a moon glowing like an ember'. It belongs to the many twentieth-century Turkish names built on ay, such as Aydın and Ayhan. Well-known bearers include the Turkish actor Koray Candemir and the economist Koray Çalışkan.

Is Koray a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Koray is a Turkish name with no Arabic root, given by Turkish Muslim families.

Where is the name Koray used?

Common in Turkey and among Turkish families in Europe.

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Spellings and variants of Koray

Korai

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Koray mean?

Koray means 'Ember moon; glowing like the moon'. It comes from Turkish.

Is Koray a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Koray is a Turkish name with no Arabic root, given by Turkish Muslim families.

How do you pronounce Koray?

Koray is pronounced KOH-rai.

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