Demir
Turkish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Demir
Demir means "iron" in Turkish and derives from Turkic linguistic roots, with cognates in other Turkic languages like Kazakh (demir) and Mongolian (temür).
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Etymology
Demir means "iron" in Turkish and derives from Turkic linguistic roots, with cognates in other Turkic languages like Kazakh (demir) and Mongolian (temür). The name is primarily used in Turkish, Azerbaijani, and other Turkic-speaking cultures, with historical significance in Ottoman and Central Asian contexts, though it is not inherently tied to any specific religion.
Demir currently ranks #1,829 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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