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The male first name Tugrul (Tuğrul) has its origins in Old Turkic and is translated into German as 'the great raptor' or 'the enormously large raptor' (a mythological figure, Simurgh).
What does the name Tugrul mean?
Tugrul (Tuğrul) is a Turkish male first name based on Old Turkic. The translation into English is 'the great raptor' or 'the immensely large raptor.' The name originally referred to the crested hawk, which was used for hunting. Its roots may be connected to the Hungarian mythical creature Turul/Tughrul, derived from the Old Turkic term tuğri (طوغری), which means 'the eagle,' 'the falcon,' 'the hawk,' and 'the great raptor.' A prominent bearer of the name was Toghril-Beg, the founder of the Seljuk Empire. The name is also used as a surname. Other variants include Toghril from the Ottoman period and, more recently, Ertugrul.
Where does the name Tugrul come from?
The name Tugrul has its roots in Old Turkic and means 'the great raptor.' The etymology derives from the Old Turkic term tuğri (طوغری), which stands for 'the eagle,' 'the falcon,' 'the hawk,' and 'the great raptor.' The languages in which the name appears are Ottoman and Turkish.
How do you pronounce Tugrul?
The pronunciation of Tugrul is two-syllable and has a dense sound sequence. The name is usually pronounced as 'Tu-grul' [ˈtuːɡʁul], with a long U sound opening the tone and adding depth. The consonant combination '-gr-' brings energy to the middle, while the dark U at the end provides grounding. Tugrul has a distinctive and tradition-conscious effect, appearing powerful, present, and impressive.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Tugrul enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 2,308th on the list of most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2005 at 827th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given around 80 times, placing it at 2,773rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,946th.
Nicknames & pet names
Toğ / Tuggel / Tuggi / Tugi / Turu
Similar first names
Famous people
- Tugrul Erat (football player from Azerbaijan)
Frequently asked questions about the name Tugrul
What does the name Tugrul mean?
Tugrul is a Turkish first name that means 'the great raptor' and refers to the crested hawk, which was traditionally used for hunting.
Where does the name Tugrul come from?
The name has its roots in Old Turkic and derives from the term tuğri, which in Ottoman and Turkish languages refers to various raptors.
How popular is the name Tugrul?
Tugrul is especially common in Turkey and has gained recognition both as a first name and a surname, particularly through historical figures like Toghril-Beg.