Mert
Mert is a Muslim boy name of Turkish (from Persian mard) origin, meaning “Brave, manly, trustworthy”.
| Meaning | Brave, manly, trustworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish (from Persian mard) |
| Pronunciation | MERT |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Mert
Mert is a Turkish name describing a man who is brave and keeps his word. Its source is mard, the Persian word for a man. In everyday Turkish the word also praises someone who is honourable and generous with others. From the 1980s on, Turkish parents chose it so often that it became one of the country's most popular names for boys, and it is still widely heard.
Is Mert a Muslim name?
Mert is Turkish rather than Arabic, but Muslim parents in Turkey give it very often.
How popular is Mert?
Very common in Turkey and among Turkish families in Europe.
Gifts with the name Mert
- Mert name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mert
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mert mean?
Mert means 'Brave, manly, trustworthy'. It is of Turkish (from Persian mard) origin.
Is Mert a Muslim name?
Mert is Turkish rather than Arabic, but Muslim parents in Turkey give it very often.
How do you pronounce Mert?
Mert is pronounced MERT.
Is Mert a boy or girl name?
Mert is usually a boy name.