Marat
Marat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Desired, wish (as a form of Murad)”.
| Meaning | Desired, wish (as a form of Murad) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Debated: Arabic Murad or French surname |
| Arabic spelling | مراد |
| Pronunciation | mah-RAHT |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Marat
Marat is very common among Tatars, Bashkirs, Kazakhs and Caucasian peoples. Its popularity in the Soviet era owed much to the French revolutionary Jean-Paul Marat, but Muslim families generally understand it as a form of the Arabic Murād, meaning desire or what is wished for. Because of this double history, its meaning is usually given as 'desired'.
Is Marat a Muslim name?
Yes, Marat is widely used by Muslim Tatars, Kazakhs and others. It is generally regarded as a form of the Arabic name Murad, although it also spread through the French name Marat.
Where is the name Marat used?
Common in Tatarstan, Bashkortostan, Kazakhstan and the North Caucasus.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marat mean?
Marat means 'Desired, wish (as a form of Murad)'. It comes from Debated: Arabic Murad or French surname.
Is Marat a Muslim name?
Yes, Marat is widely used by Muslim Tatars, Kazakhs and others. It is generally regarded as a form of the Arabic name Murad, although it also spread through the French name Marat.
How do you write Marat in Arabic?
Marat is written مراد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Marat?
Marat is pronounced mah-RAHT.