Demir
Meaning of Demir
The name Demir is of Turkish origin and is pronounced as deh-MEER (/dɛˈmiɾ/). It is a strong, masculine name that means "iron" in Turkish, symbolizing strength and resilience. The name has been steadily gaining popularity in the United States over the past few decades, with occurrences increasing from just 5 newborns in 1991 to 114 in 2023. It reached its highest rank at 1362 in 2022. A notable variation of this name is Demyr. The name Demir carries associations of durability and steadfastness, making it an appealing choice for parents looking for a distinctive yet meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as deh-MEER (/dɛˈmiɾ/)
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Notable People Named Demir
| Demir Demirkan is a Turkish musician, Eurovision Song Contest winning composer, and former guitarist for the thrash metal band Mezarkabul, known for his work in television jingles and soundtracks. |
| Demir Dragnev is a historian from the Republic of Moldova. |
| Demir Turgut was a Turkish sailor who competed in the O-Jolle event at the 1936 Summer Olympics. |
