Uğur

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Uğur is a Muslim boy name meaning “Good luck, good omen”.

MeaningGood luck, good omen
GenderBoy
OriginTurkish
Pronunciationoo-OOR
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Uğur

Uğur is the Turkish word for good fortune or a lucky sign. The ğ is silent and lengthens the vowel, so the name sounds like 'oo-oor'. It was very popular in Turkey from the 1960s to the 1990s and is carried by many public figures, including the scientist Uğur Şahin, co-founder of BioNTech.

Is Uğur a Muslim name?

Uğur is a Turkish name, not an Arabic one, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey. Muslims who prefer an Arabic name with a similar meaning often choose Saad or Masud.

Where is the name Uğur used?

Very common in Turkey and among Turks in Germany.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Uğur mean?

Uğur means 'Good luck, good omen'. It comes from Turkish.

Is Uğur a Muslim name?

Uğur is a Turkish name, not an Arabic one, and it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey. Muslims who prefer an Arabic name with a similar meaning often choose Saad or Masud.

How do you pronounce Uğur?

Uğur is pronounced oo-OOR.

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