Burak
Burak is a Muslim boy name of Turkish form of Arabic Buraq origin, meaning “The Buraq; quick as lightning”.
| Meaning | The Buraq; quick as lightning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Buraq |
| Written as | براق |
| Pronunciation | boo-RAHK |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Germany, Bosnia And Herzegovina |
Meaning and origin of Burak
Burak is the Turkish version of al-Burāq, the heavenly mount that bore the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on the Isrāʾ and Miʿrāj, his journey by night to Jerusalem and his ascension. Its name comes from b-r-q, the root for lightning, reflecting how swift it was. For decades Burak has ranked among the favourite names for boys in Turkey, and it is also used by Turks in Europe and in Bosnia.
Is Burak a Muslim name?
Burak is the Turkish form of al-Buraq and is linked to the Prophet's ﷺ Night Journey.
How popular is Burak?
Extremely common in Turkey and among Turks in Europe, and also used in Bosnia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Burak mean?
Burak means 'The Buraq; quick as lightning'. It is of Turkish form of Arabic Buraq origin.
Is Burak a Muslim name?
Burak is the Turkish form of al-Buraq and is linked to the Prophet's ﷺ Night Journey.
How do you pronounce Burak?
Burak is pronounced boo-RAHK.
Is Burak a boy or girl name?
Burak is usually a boy name.