Burak

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Burak Pronunciation

Burak is pronounced boo-RAHK /buˈrɑk/Medium

Meaning: Turkish form of Buraq — from Arabic, 'lightning; a shining radiance' (the celestial steed of the Prophet's Night Journey)Medium

In 30 seconds: Lightning and radiance: Burak is the Turkish Buraq — 'lightning' (the heavenly steed). Bright, strong, and warm.

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Origin MediumArabic, Turkish

MeaningTurkish form of Buraq — from Arabic, 'lightning; a shining radiance' (the celestial steed of the Prophet's Night Journey)

U.S. rank (2024)#5254 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births18 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 352

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Burak is the Turkish form of Buraq — from Arabic barq, 'lightning; a shining radiance' — the name of the brilliant, swift celestial steed that carried the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Jerusalem and to the heavens on his Night Journey. A bright, strong, hugely popular name across Turkey (actor Burak Özçivit; said 'boo-RAHK').

In the U.S. it appears in Turkish families. Rare, lightning-and-radiance at the root, and bright.

Did you know? Buraq means 'lightning; a shining radiance' in Arabic — the dazzling celestial steed that carried the Prophet Muhammad on his Night Journey (Isra and Mi'raj) — Burak is the popular Turkish form; bright and strong (said 'boo-RAHK').

Overall data confidence 78%

References — Buraq — etymology

Variations

BuraqBurac

Themes & Styles

Arabic Islamic Turkish

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Burak?

Burak is pronounced boo-RAHK (/buˈrɑk/). Press play above to hear Burak said aloud.

How do you say Burak?

Burak is said boo-RAHK (/buˈrɑk/). Press play above to hear Burak said aloud.

What does the name Burak mean?

Burak is the Turkish Buraq — Arabic 'lightning; a shining radiance' (the celestial steed of the Night Journey).

Is Burak a boy or girl name?

Burak is a boy's name.

How popular is Burak?

Burak is a rare name in the U.S.