Murat
Murat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Wish, desired goal”.
| Meaning | Wish, desired goal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Murad |
| Arabic spelling | مراد |
| Pronunciation | moo-RAHT |
| Arabic root | ر و د (r-w-d) — to want, to seek |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Murat
Murat is the Turkish form of the Arabic Murād, a passive participle connected with the root r-w-d, to seek or want. Murād is literally 'that which is wished for', so the name means a wish, a desire fulfilled or a goal one strives toward. Parents often explain it as 'the child we longed for' or as a hope that the child will reach his aims. Turkish pronunciation hardens a final d into t, which is why Murād became Murat in modern Turkish spelling.
The name has deep roots in Turkish history through the Ottoman sultans called Murad, including Murad I, Murad II and Murad IV, and it has been one of the most frequent male names in the Republic of Turkey for decades. It is also used in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, among Tatars and Bosniaks, and in Central Asia as Murod. Arabic speakers write Murad, and Maghrebi French spelling gives Mourad. Well-known modern bearers include the pop singer Murat Boz and the actor Murat Yıldırım.
Famous people named Murat
- Murad II — Ottoman sultan of the fifteenth century and father of Mehmed the Conqueror
- Murat Boz — Turkish pop singer
- Murat Yıldırım — Turkish film and television actor
Is Murat a Muslim name?
Yes. Murat is the Turkish form of the Arabic Muslim name Murad, meaning 'wish' or 'goal'.
Where is the name Murat used?
Very common in Turkey and among Turkic peoples of Central Asia, the Caucasus and the Balkans.
Gifts with the name Murat
- Murat name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Murat baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Murat
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- Bosnian & Albanian Muslim names guide
- Turkish Muslim names guide
- Central Asian & Caucasus Muslim names guide
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Murat mean?
Murat means 'Wish, desired goal'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Murad.
Is Murat a Muslim name?
Yes. Murat is the Turkish form of the Arabic Muslim name Murad, meaning 'wish' or 'goal'.
How do you write Murat in Arabic?
Murat is written مراد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Murat?
Murat is pronounced moo-RAHT.
Why is Murad spelled Murat in Turkish?
Turkish usually pronounces a final d as t, so the Arabic Murad became Murat.
Is Murat a Turkish name?
Yes. It is one of the most common men's names in Turkey, though it comes from Arabic Murad.