Mercan
Mercan is a Muslim girl name meaning “Coral”.
| Meaning | Coral |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish, from Arabic marjān |
| Pronunciation | mer-JAHN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mercan
Mercan is the Turkish word for coral, borrowed from the Arabic marjān. In Turkish spelling 'c' is pronounced like English 'j', so the name sounds much like the Arabic original. It is a traditional girl's name in Turkey, valued for the image of a precious, rosy treasure from the sea. The Arabic word itself appears in the Quran alongside pearls.
Is Mercan a Muslim name?
Yes. Mercan is the Turkish form of the Arabic marjān (coral), and it is used by Muslim families in Turkey.
Is Mercan in the Quran?
The Arabic word marjān appears in 'From both of them emerge pearl and coral' (Quran 55:22).
Where is the name Mercan used?
A traditional girl's name in Turkey, somewhat old-fashioned but still given.
Gifts with the name Mercan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mercan mean?
Mercan means 'Coral'. It comes from Turkish, from Arabic marjān.
Is Mercan a Muslim name?
Yes. Mercan is the Turkish form of the Arabic marjān (coral), and it is used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Mercan?
Mercan is pronounced mer-JAHN.
Is Mercan mentioned in the Quran?
The Arabic word marjān appears in 'From both of them emerge pearl and coral' (Quran 55:22).