Vural
Turkish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Vural
Vural is a Turkish given name derived from the Turkish word "vur" (meaning "to strike" or "to hit") combined with the suffix "-al," creating a name meaning "striker" or "one who strikes." The name has roots in Old Turkic and reflects martial or strong qualities valued in Turkish culture.
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Etymology
Vural is a Turkish given name derived from the Turkish word "vur" (meaning "to strike" or "to hit") combined with the suffix "-al," creating a name meaning "striker" or "one who strikes." The name has roots in Old Turkic and reflects martial or strong qualities valued in Turkish culture.
The name is primarily used in Turkish-speaking communities and among Muslim populations in Turkey and surrounding regions, with historical connections to Central Asian Turkish heritage and nomadic warrior traditions. It remains commonly used in modern Turkey and among Turkish diaspora communities.
Vural currently ranks #3,568 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1989.
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