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Name meaning

Murad

Boy's nameƏrəb mənşəliFars mənşəli

Desire, goal, wish.

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Name meaning and origin

Murad is a mixed Arabic-Persian name, coming from the root "irade" (will, intention). Its meaning is "desired, purpose".

In classical Eastern literature the phrase "murada çatmaq" (to attain one's desire) is widely used in the sense of "to achieve one's wish". It is among the classic boy names in Azerbaijan and the Turkic world.

Name details

Gender
Boy's name
Origin
Ərəb mənşəli · Fars mənşəli
Letter count
5
Appears in the Quran
No
Variants
Murat
Pronunciation
muˈɾɑd

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  • What is the meaning of the name Murad?

    Murad means "wish, goal, desire".