Murad
Murad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Wish, desired goal”.
| Meaning | Wish, desired goal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مراد |
| Pronunciation | moo-RAHD |
| Arabic root | ر و د (r-w-d) — to want, to seek |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Murad
Murad (Murād) means 'that which is wished for' or 'the goal'. It is related to irāda, will. The name became prominent through the Ottoman sultans Murad I to Murad IV, and it is widely used in Turkey (Murat), the Caucasus, Central Asia (Murod), South Asia and North Africa.
Is Murad a Muslim name?
Yes. Murad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'desire' or 'goal', borne by several Ottoman sultans.
Where is the name Murad used?
Used across the Muslim world: Mourad in North Africa, Murat in Turkey, Murod in Uzbekistan and Murad in South Asia and the Caucasus.
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Spellings and variants of Murad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Murad mean?
Murad means 'Wish, desired goal'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Murad a Muslim name?
Yes. Murad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'desire' or 'goal', borne by several Ottoman sultans.
How do you write Murad in Arabic?
Murad is written مراد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Murad?
Murad is pronounced moo-RAHD.