Boy
Alparslan
Alparslan is a Turkish boy’s name meaning brave lion, with a historical connection to the Seljuk ruler of the same name.
Meaning
Alparslan brings together alp, meaning brave or valiant, and arslan, meaning lion. The combined meaning is brave lion.
Origin
The name comes from two Turkish words, alp and arslan. Its historical significance is linked to the Seljuk ruler Alparslan.
In recent years
Alparslan ranks second in the latest official top hundred, matching its highest recorded position after rising over recent lists. Long established, it has appeared six times overall, including on each of the last five lists.
How does it look on a plaque?
On a Meşgalem wooden name plaque, Alparslan pairs neatly with a small lion illustration and a birth date beneath the lettering.
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