Murat Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmoo-RAHT / muˈɾatTurkish; Arabic
Meaning
Turkish: 'the one who is praised'; Arabic: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Murat is a name of Turkish origin, commonly used in Turkey and among Turkish communities. It is derived from the Arabic word 'murād', meaning 'wish' or 'desire'. The name has historical significance in the Ottoman Empire, where several sultans bore the name. In contemporary culture, it remains popular in various forms across different regions.
Trend Summary
The name Murat has maintained a steady presence in Turkish naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Muratcan
- Murato
International Variants
- Murat (Turkish)
- Murat (Arabic)
Famous people named Murat
Murat Yakin is a Swiss football manager and former player known for his contributions to the sport.
Murat Boz is a Turkish pop singer and actor recognized for his successful music career.
Murat Çelik is a Turkish actor known for his roles in various television series.
Murat Kayıcı is a Turkish director and screenwriter acclaimed for his work in film and television.
Fictional characters named Murat
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Murat was first seen in the United States in 1966. Murat has ranked as high as #1378 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Murat has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Murat (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |