Onur

“Onur is a traditional Turkish name that signifies honor, virtue, and dignity” — Represents strength and integrity

Turkey origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8093US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

166All-time births

📅 Since 198100

How to pronounce Onur

AH·NER

/ˈɑ.ˈnɝ/ · stress on AH · 2 syllables

“Onur is a traditional Turkish name that signifies honor, virtue, and dignity”

Represents strength and integrity · Turkey origin

What does Onur mean and where does it come from?

Onur is a traditional Turkish name that signifies honor, virtue, and dignity. It has been a popular name in Turkey, reflecting the values of respect and morality within Turkish culture. It is a common male given name and represents strength and integrity, often seen as an admirable quality in variou

Cultural significance

Onur has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Turkey-speaking communities, where it reflects values of turkish.

Peak popularity

Reached #5417 in 1996 — currently #8093 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Onur?

Onur works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Onur Grace

How popular is Onur right now?

Rising fast — up 2477 spots — currently #8093 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#8093 · Top 6.0%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8093	10	▲ up 2477 · +43% births
2022	#10570	7	▲ up 1189 · +17% births
2021	#11759	6	▼ down 4129 · -40% births
2020	#7630	10	▲ up 78
2015	#7708	10	▲ up 1810 · +43% births
2005	#9518	7	▲ up 34 · +40% births
1995	#9552	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Onur

Best Year2020Rank #7630

Peak Count10

Average Rank#9261

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Onur

Onur is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 166 total births recorded, Onur remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9552 in 1995 to #8093 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Onur in 1996:

Michael Matthew Jacob Christopher Joshua

Onur by decade

Onur peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	29
2000s ★	67
2010s	55
2020s	10

💎Onur has only 166 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Onur?

Common

OnOnieOny

What names sound and feel like Onur?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Onur also consider these

Konur

Turkey · son, child

Oguz

Turkey · tribe, multitude

Onir

Hebrew · dream

Nur

Arabic · light, radiance

Annur

Arab countries · Light, illumination

Bobur

Norse · A Norse name

Onyx

American · A gemstone; a

Ainur

Japanese · A Japanese name

Common questions about the name Onur

What does the name Onur mean?

Onur means "Turkish" — a name rooted in Turkey tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Onur?

Onur is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Onur have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Onur?

Onur originates from Turkey tradition. Turkey names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Onur?

Onur is a two-syllable name pronounced AA1 N ER1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Onur trending right now?

Onur is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.