Recep
Recep is a Muslim boy name meaning “The month of Rajab; honoured”.
| Meaning | The month of Rajab; honoured |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Rajab |
| Arabic spelling | رجب |
| Pronunciation | reh-JEP |
| Arabic root | ر ج ب (r-j-b) — to revere, to hold in awe |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Recep
Recep is the Turkish form of Rajab, the seventh month of the Islamic calendar and one of the four sacred months. Turkish families traditionally gave it to boys born in that month, which also contains the night of the Miʿrāj. The final b becomes p in Turkish spelling. Well-known bearers include President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Is Recep a Muslim name?
Yes. Recep is a Muslim name taken from Rajab, one of the sacred months of the Islamic year.
Where is the name Recep used?
Traditional in Turkey; Redžep and Rexhep are the Bosnian and Albanian forms.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Recep mean?
Recep means 'The month of Rajab; honoured'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Rajab.
Is Recep a Muslim name?
Yes. Recep is a Muslim name taken from Rajab, one of the sacred months of the Islamic year.
How do you write Recep in Arabic?
Recep is written رجب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Recep?
Recep is pronounced reh-JEP.