Meral: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ehr-ahl
Origin: Turkey
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Meaning: A variant of the Turkish word for

Meral is a feminine given name with Turkish origins. The use of Meral has remained relatively consistent over time, reflecting its cultural significance in Turkish-speaking communities. The name's importance lies in its timeless beauty and the positive qualities it represents. Meral is derived from the Turkish word for "pearl, " conveying a sense of elegance and refinement. It is commonly used in Turkey and has gained popularity in other countries due to its unique and beautiful meaning. Meral has been used in Turkish culture for centuries, often given to girls born into families of high social status.

Meral Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Meral is currently #15119 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Meral is currently #8575 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Meral is currently #7935 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Meral is currently #4502 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Meral is currently #7264 on Kiindred Australian Names

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