Choosing the perfect name for a baby boy is an important decision for any parent. In Azerbaijan, names often reflect a blend of tradition and modernity. This article explores over 100 of the most popular Azerbaijani names for boys, offering inspiration and insight into their meanings and heritage.
100+ Most Popular Azerbaijani Names for Boys
| No. | Name | Azerbaijani Equivalent | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ali | Əli | High, lofty |
| 2 | Amir | Əmir | Commander, prince |
| 3 | Anar | Anar | Pomegranate |
| 4 | Arif | Ərif | Knowledgeable, wise |
| 5 | Asad | Əsəd | Lion |
| 6 | Asgar | Əsgər | Soldier, warrior |
| 7 | Ashraf | Əşrəf | Noble, honorable |
| 8 | Ayaz | Ayaz | Frost |
| 9 | Babak | Babək | Little father |
| 10 | Bakhtiyar | Bəxtiyar | Lucky, fortunate |
| 11 | Behruz | Bəhruz | Good day |
| 12 | Cavid | Cavid | Ancient |
| 13 | Davud | Dəvud | David (biblical) |
| 14 | Eldar | Eldar | Warrior (derived from Persian) |
| 15 | Elmar | Elmar | Noble, famous |
| 16 | Elvin | Elvin | Friend of the elves |
| 17 | Emin | Emin | Trustworthy, honest |
| 18 | Farid | Fərid | Unique, matchless |
| 19 | Fuad | Fuad | Heart |
| 20 | Gabil | Qabil | Able, capable |
| 21 | Hadi | Hadi | Leader, guide |
| 22 | Huseyn | Hüseyn | Variant of Hussein |
| 23 | Ilgar | İlqar | Unique, distinct |
| 24 | Ilkin | İlkin | First, initial |
| 25 | Ismayil | İsmayıl | Ishmael (biblical) |
| 26 | Javad | Cavad | Generous, liberal |
| 27 | Kamal | Kamal | Perfection |
| 28 | Kamran | Kamran | Prosperous, successful |
| 29 | Karim | Kərim | Generous, noble |
| 30 | Kenan | Kənan | Ancient, old |
| 31 | Khabib | Həbib | Beloved |
| 32 | Khayyam | Xəyyam | Tent maker (historical) |
| 33 | Mahir | Məhir | Skillful, talented |
| 34 | Mehman | Məhman | Guest |
| 35 | Murad | Murad | Desire, wish |
| 36 | Nadir | Nədir | Rare, uncommon |
| 37 | Nurlan | Nurlan | Bright, radiant |
| 38 | Orkhan | Orxan | Brave, noble |
| 39 | Pasha | Paşa | Lord, master |
| 40 | Ramin | Rəmin | Guardian, protector |
| 41 | Rashad | Rəşad | Righteous, rightly guided |
| 42 | Ruslan | Ruslan | Lion |
| 43 | Sabir | Sabir | Patient |
| 44 | Samir | Samir | Entertaining companion |
| 45 | Shahin | Şahin | Falcon |
| 46 | Togrul | Toğrul | Eagle |
| 47 | Turan | Turan | Land of Turan (historical) |
| 48 | Vagif | Vəqif | Intelligent, knowledgeable |
| 49 | Vugar | Vüqar | Brave, warrior |
| 50 | Yusif | Yusif | Joseph (biblical) |
| 51 | Zaur | Zaur | Strong, robust |
| 52 | Abbas | Abbas | Lion, stern |
| 53 | Agha | Ağa | Master, sir |
| 54 | Agil | Aqil | Intelligent, wise |
| 55 | Akif | Akif | Devoted, dedicated |
| 56 | Akram | Əkrəm | Generous, noble |
| 57 | Alakbar | Ələkbər | Great, magnificent |
| 58 | Alekber | Ələkbər | Variant of Alakbar |
| 59 | Anvar | Anvar | Radiant, shining |
| 60 | Arslan | Arslan | Lion |
| 61 | Ata | Ata | Father, ancestor |
| 62 | Aydin | Aydın | Enlightened, illuminated |
| 63 | Azad | Azad | Free |
| 64 | Aziz | Aziz | Beloved, dear |
| 65 | Badir | Bədir | Full moon |
| 66 | Bahadur | Bəhədür | Brave, hero |
| 67 | Bairam | Bayram | Festival, celebration |
| 68 | Bairamli | Bayramlı | Related to Bayram (festival) |
| 69 | Bayram | Bayram | Festival, celebration |
| 70 | Binyamin | Binəmin | Benjamin (biblical) |
| 71 | Cemal | Cəmal | Beauty, grace |
| 72 | Elnur | Elnur | Light of the people |
| 73 | Elshan | Elşən | Beloved by people |
| 74 | Etibar | Etibar | Trust, belief |
| 75 | Fazil | Fəzil | Excellent, virtuous |
| 76 | Firidun | Firidun | Name of a mythical king |
| 77 | Gadir | Qadir | Capable, powerful |
| 78 | Gafar | Gəfər | Forgiving |
| 79 | Galib | Qəlib | Victor, winner |
| 80 | Gurban | Qurban | Sacrifice |
| 81 | Gurbanali | Qurbanəli | Sacrificial |
| 82 | Gunay | Günay | Morning sun |
| 83 | Habib | Həbib | Beloved |
| 84 | Hajibaba | Hacıbaba | Father of a pilgrim |
| 85 | Hikmat | Hikmət | Wisdom |
| 86 | Ibrahim | İbrahim | Abraham (biblical) |
| 87 | Idris | İdris | Enoch (biblical) |
| 88 | Imran | İmran | Amram (biblical) |
| 89 | Intigam | İntiqam | Revenge, retaliation |
| 90 | Jabbar | Cəbbar | Powerful, mighty |
| 91 | Jamil | Cəmil | Beautiful |
| 92 | Kamaladdin | Kamaləddin | Perfection of faith |
| 93 | Karam | Kərəm | Generosity |
| 94 | Kerim | Kərim | Generous |
| 95 | Khasay | Həsay | Jealousy |
| 96 | Lutfullah | Lütfullah | Bounty of Allah |
| 97 | Mahammad | Məhəmməd | Muhammad (Prophet) |
| 98 | Majid | Məcid | Glorious, praiseworthy |
| 99 | Malik | Məlik | King, master |
| 100 | Mansur | Mənsur | Victorious, aided |
| 101 | Mardan | Mərdən | Manly, brave |
| 102 | Mekhman | Məhman | Guest |
| 103 | Mert | Mərt | Brave, courageous |
| 104 | Mikayil | Mika’il | Michael (biblical) |
| 105 | Mirza | Mirzə | Title of respect |
| 106 | Mirzayev | Mirzayev | Son of Mirza |
| 107 | Movlud | Movlud | Birthday (related to Prophet) |
| 108 | Murat | Murad | Desire, wish |
| 109 | Musa | Musa | Moses (biblical) |
| 110 | Mustafa | Mustafa | Chosen one, preferred |
| 111 | Namig | Namig | Famous |
| 112 | Nizami | Nizami | Famous poet |
| 113 | Novruz | Novruz | New day, spring festival |
| 114 | Oruj | Oruc | Fast, fasting |
| 115 | Parviz | Pərviz | Victorious, fortunate |
| 116 | Parvizmir | Pərvizmir | Victorious and radiant |
| 117 | Qasim | Qasım | Divider, distributor |
| 118 | Qurban | Qurban | Sacrifice |
| 119 | Ramazan | Ramazan | Ramadan (Islamic month) |
| 120 | Ramiz | Rəmiz | Symbol, sign |
| 121 | Rauf | Rəuf | Compassionate, kind |
| 122 | Rza | Rza | Satisfied, content |
| 123 | Sadig | Sadiq | Truthful, sincere |
| 124 | Saleh | Saləh | Virtuous, righteous |
| 125 | Samad | Səməd | Eternal, absolute |
| 126 | Sattar | Səttar | Covering, concealing |
| 127 | Sevindik | Səvindik | Delighted, pleased |
| 128 | Seyfulla | Seyfulla | Sword of Allah |
| 129 | Shahmir | Şahmir | King-like |
| 130 | Shamil | Şamil | Comprehensive, inclusive |
| 131 | Shiraz | Şiraz | Sweet, melodious |
| 132 | Shirin | Şirin | Sweet |
| 133 | Shukur | Şükur | Grateful, thankful |
| 134 | Siyavush | Siyavuş | Heroic prince |
| 135 | Tabriz | Təbriz | Resplendent, radiant |
| 136 | Tahir | Tahir | Pure, clean |
| 137 | Taleh | Taləh | Gold, precious |
| 138 | Talib | Talib | Seeker, student |
| 139 | Tofiq | Tofiq | Success, prosperity |
| 140 | Tofig | Tofiq | Variant of Tofiq |
| 141 | Umid | Ümid | Hope, expectation |
| 142 | Vafa | Vəfa | Loyalty, faithfulness |
| 143 | Vaqif | Vəqif | Aware, knowledgeable |
| 144 | Vidadi | Vidadi | Eternal |
| 145 | Yagub | Yaqub | Jacob (biblical) |
| 146 | Yakub | Yaqub | Variant of Yagub |
| 147 | Yamin | Yamin | Right hand, oath |
| 148 | Yaroslav | Yaroslav | Fame and glory |
| 149 | Zeynal | Zeynal | Beauty and grace |
Read more: Most Popular Azerbaijani Names for Girls
In conclusion,
Selecting a name for your baby boy is a significant and meaningful decision. The popular Azerbaijani names listed in this article reflect the rich cultural heritage and modern influences of Azerbaijan. Whether you are drawn to names with historical significance or those with contemporary charm, we hope this compilation has provided you with inspiration and insight. May you find the perfect name that resonates with your family’s traditions and aspirations.
Hello! I’m Sophia Roberts, born in 1985 and working as a midwife. I also create unique and meaningful baby names, believing a name is a lifelong gift. I explore the details of letters, dates, cultures, and faiths to craft names that reflect a child’s potential and purpose, seeing them as a guide to their identity and aspirations.