Murad
Murad: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Murad
- A male given name, of Turkish origin, borne by various Ottoman dignitaries
Etymology
From Ottoman Turkish مراد (murad), from Arabic مُرَاد (murād).
How popular is Murad?
Since 1880, 1,133 boys in the U.S. have been named Murad. Its highest rank for boys was #2330 in 1977. In 2025, 45 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Murad FAQ
What does the name Murad mean?
A male given name, of Turkish origin, borne by various Ottoman dignitaries From Ottoman Turkish مراد (murad), from Arabic مُرَاد (murād).
How popular is the name Murad?
Since 1880, 1,133 boys in the U.S. have been named Murad. Its highest rank for boys was #2330 in 1977. In 2025, 45 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Murad a boy or girl name?
Murad is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,133 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.