Temur

Meaning of Temur

Temur is a male name with roots in both Persian and Turkish cultures. In Persian, it is pronounced as teh-MOOR (/təˈmuːr/), while in Turkish, the pronunciation remains the same. This name is associated with strength and power, as it is derived from the word "temür" meaning "iron" or "strong." The variations of this name include Timur. Although not very common in the United States, Temur has been steadily increasing in popularity over recent years. In 2021, there were five occurrences of the name, ranking at 12,119th place. This unique and meaningful name would be a great choice for parents seeking a strong and distinctive name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

Persian

  • Pronunced as teh-MOOR (/təˈmuːr/)

Turkish

  • Pronunced as teh-MOOR (/təˈmur/)

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Notable People Named Temur

Temür Khan - Öljeyitü Khan, also known as Emperor Chengzong of Yuan, was the second emperor of the Yuan dynasty of China and the sixth Great Khan of the Mongol Empire.
Temur Babluani is a multi-talented Georgian filmmaker, known for his work as a director, scriptwriter, and actor.
Temur Tengizovich Dzhikiya is a Russian football player currently on loan from Volga Ulyanovsk to Armenian club Urartu.
Temur Ismailov is a banned Uzbekistani tennis player.
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