Arda
Arda is a Muslim boy name of Turkish origin, meaning “Commonly explained as successor, follower”.
| Meaning | Commonly explained as successor, follower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | AR-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Arda
Arda is a modern Turkish boys' name. It is usually linked to ard, a Turkish word for 'back' or 'what follows', and so explained as 'successor'. Arda is also the name of a river flowing through Bulgaria and Turkish Thrace, and that association helped it become fashionable. Today it is one of the more common names for boys in Turkey.
Is Arda a Muslim name?
Arda is Turkish, not Arabic, but Muslim families in Turkey use it widely and its meaning raises no conflict with Islam.
How popular is Arda?
Arda is popular in Turkey and among Turkish families in Europe.
Gifts with the name Arda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arda mean?
Arda means 'Commonly explained as successor, follower'. It is of Turkish origin.
Is Arda a Muslim name?
Arda is Turkish, not Arabic, but Muslim families in Turkey use it widely and its meaning raises no conflict with Islam.
How do you pronounce Arda?
Arda is pronounced AR-dah.
Is Arda a boy or girl name?
Arda is usually a boy name.