Morad
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Morad is a boy’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “A male name with Arabic and Persian origins, meaning 'desire', 'wish', or 'goal'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1979.
What Morad Means
“A male name with Arabic and Persian origins, meaning 'desire', 'wish', or 'goal'.”
The Story of Morad
For centuries, the most ambitious minds have carried a name that whispers of the ultimate summit.
Morad originates from Arabic and Persian roots, translating to 'desire,' 'wish,' or 'goal.' This name has echoed through generations, carried by those who dared to dream big and strive for what seemed out of reach.
When you imagine your son's future, do you see him pursuing his deepest aspirations? Morad is for the boy who will wake with a clear objective, the one whose very spirit is driven by an inner compass pointing towards accomplishment.
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Peak Year
#9 in 1979
Total Births
171
First Recorded
1977
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