The nameErkan
Erkan is a Turkish boy's name.
- Boy's name
- Turkish
Meaning
From the Turkish er, "man, brave", and kan, "blood"; it is often understood as "man of noble blood".
Origin
Turkish.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 1980s and 1990s.
Popularity of the name Erkan
Erkan in France
5178thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1988peak year (30 births)
755babies named Erkan in France since 1900
Erkan was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 220 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Erkan. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 1988. Half of all babies named Erkan in France were born before 1992.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Erkan mean?
From the Turkish er, "man, brave", and kan, "blood"; it is often understood as "man of noble blood".
What is the origin of the name Erkan?
Turkish.
Is Erkan a girl's or a boy's name?
Erkan is a boy's name.