Tugrul
Tugrul is a Muslim boy name meaning “A bird of prey, falcon”.
| Meaning | A bird of prey, falcon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Arabic spelling | طغرل |
| Pronunciation | too-ROOL |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Tugrul
Tuğrul (Tugrul) comes from Old Turkic toğrıl, a large bird of prey usually identified as a falcon or goshawk. It is famous through Tughril Beg, founder of the Seljuk Empire, who entered Baghdad in 1055 and was recognised as sultan by the Abbasid caliph. The name is still used in Turkey and Central Asia.
Is Tugrul a Muslim name?
Tuğrul is a Turkic name, not Arabic, but it has been borne by Muslim rulers since the Seljuks and is used by Muslim families today.
Where is the name Tugrul used?
Used in Turkey, Azerbaijan and Central Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Tugrul
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tugrul mean?
Tugrul means 'A bird of prey, falcon'. It comes from Turkic.
Is Tugrul a Muslim name?
Tuğrul is a Turkic name, not Arabic, but it has been borne by Muslim rulers since the Seljuks and is used by Muslim families today.
How do you write Tugrul in Arabic?
Tugrul is written طغرل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Tugrul?
Tugrul is pronounced too-ROOL.