تیمور

Taimur

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Taimur is a Muslim boy name meaning “Iron”.

MeaningIron
GenderBoy
OriginTurkic
Arabic spellingتیمور
Pronunciationtai-MOOR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Taimur

Taimur is a South Asian spelling of Timur, Turkic for iron. It recalls Timur, founder of the Timurid empire, whose descendant Babur established Mughal rule in India. Other forms include Teymur in Azerbaijan and Iran and Temur in Uzbekistan, where Amir Temur is a national hero.

Is Taimur a Muslim name?

Yes, Taimur is used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Central Asia. It is Turkic in origin and means iron.

Where is the name Taimur used?

Common in Pakistan and India, and in other forms across Central Asia and Azerbaijan.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Taimur mean?

Taimur means 'Iron'. It comes from Turkic.

Is Taimur a Muslim name?

Yes, Taimur is used by Muslim families in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Central Asia. It is Turkic in origin and means iron.

How do you write Taimur in Arabic?

Taimur is written تیمور in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Taimur?

Taimur is pronounced tai-MOOR.

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