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Orhan

Name Origin

Orhan is a Turkish masculine given name of Ottoman Turkish origin. It means 'dawn' or 'morning light.'

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Famous People

Orhan Pamuk (1952-)

Novelist, screenwriter, academic

  • Nobel Prize in Literature (2006)
  • Author of internationally acclaimed novels such as 'My Name Is Red', 'Snow', and 'The Museum of Innocence'
  • Known for exploring themes of identity, memory, and Istanbul's history

Orhan Gencebay (1947-)

Singer, songwriter, actor

  • Pioneer of Arabesk music genre in Turkey
  • Prolific songwriter with hundreds of songs recorded by himself and other artists
  • Known for his emotional and often melancholic lyrics

Sibling Names

Defne

A Turkish name meaning 'madrone tree', Defne complements Orhan with its strong, elegant sound and shared cultural heritage.

Elif

Another popular Turkish name meaning 'letter Alif', Elif echoes Orhan's classic style and evokes a sense of intelligence and wisdom.

Cem

A short, strong Turkish name meaning 'solid', Cem provides a balanced contrast to Orhan while maintaining a similar cultural feel.