Ruslan
Ruslan is a Muslim boy name of Turkic origin, meaning “Lion, brave as a lion”.
| Meaning | Lion, brave as a lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Pronunciation | roos-LAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Chechnya, Dagestan |
Meaning and origin of Ruslan
Ruslan grows out of the Turkic word arslan, or aslan, which means lion. Russian literature helped carry it to a wide audience, yet the people who use it most are Turkic and Caucasian Muslim communities, among them Tatars, Kazakhs, Chechens and the peoples of Dagestan. It is a Turkic name and has no Arabic root. Its bold meaning gives it a strong, confident ring.
Is Ruslan a Muslim name?
Although Ruslan is not Arabic, Muslim families across Central Asia, the Caucasus and Tatarstan use it widely, and its meaning of 'lion' makes it a perfectly acceptable Muslim name.
How popular is Ruslan?
It is a familiar name in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tatarstan, Chechnya and Dagestan, and non-Muslims in Russia and Ukraine use it too.
Gifts with the name Ruslan
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Spellings and variants of Ruslan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ruslan mean?
Ruslan means 'Lion, brave as a lion'. It is of Turkic origin.
Is Ruslan a Muslim name?
Although Ruslan is not Arabic, Muslim families across Central Asia, the Caucasus and Tatarstan use it widely, and its meaning of 'lion' makes it a perfectly acceptable Muslim name.
How do you pronounce Ruslan?
Ruslan is pronounced roos-LAHN.
Is Ruslan a boy or girl name?
Ruslan is usually a boy name.