سردار

Serdar

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Serdar is a Muslim boy name meaning “Commander, chief, leader”.

MeaningCommander, chief, leader
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingسردار
Pronunciationser-DAR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Serdar

Serdar is the Turkmen and Turkish form of the Persian sardār, from sar (head) and dār (holder), meaning commander or chief. The same word gives Sardar in South Asia. It is common in Turkey and Turkmenistan, where Serdar Berdimuhamedow became president in 2022.

Is Serdar a Muslim name?

Yes. Serdar is a Persian-origin name widely used by Muslim families in Turkey and Turkmenistan. It means commander.

Where is the name Serdar used?

Common in Turkey, Turkmenistan and the Balkans.

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Spellings and variants of Serdar

SardarSerdor

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Serdar mean?

Serdar means 'Commander, chief, leader'. It comes from Persian.

Is Serdar a Muslim name?

Yes. Serdar is a Persian-origin name widely used by Muslim families in Turkey and Turkmenistan. It means commander.

How do you write Serdar in Arabic?

Serdar is written سردار in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Serdar?

Serdar is pronounced ser-DAR.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.