Name meaning
Tamerlan
A historic name arising from the epithet of a ruler as firm as iron.
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Name meaning and origin
Tamerlan is the pronunciation of Timur Lenk (Timur the Lame), the nickname of the 14th-century conqueror Amir Timur in his Persian language, as shaped through Russian and Caucasian languages. At its root lies the ancient Turkic word temür (iron); ləng is the Persian word describing Timur's limp caused by wounds sustained in battle.
Today Tamerlan is widely used as an independent name, distinct from Teymur, in Caucasian regions such as Chechnya, Dagestan, and Azerbaijan; its 74th place in the 2025 name ranking reflects its steady popularity in the region. The name carries an aura of strength, determination, and historical greatness for its bearer.
Name details
- Gender
- Boy's name
- Origin
- Türk mənşəli · Fars mənşəli
- Letter count
- 8
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Tamerlane
- Pronunciation
- tɑ.mer.ˈlɑn
Notable people with this name
Amir Timur (Tamerlan)
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Tamerlan?
Tamerlan derives from Amir Timur's nickname Timur Lenk and is considered a historical name symbolizing strength like iron and rulership.Is the name Tamerlan mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Tamerlan does not appear in the Quran; it is a name derived from the nickname of a 14th-century historical figure.Is Tamerlan a boy name or a girl name?
Tamerlan is a boy name.