Kartal

The first name Kartal is a masculine name that originates from Turkish and directly translates to 'the eagle'. While this name is relatively rare in Germany, it is commonly found as a surname in Turkey.

What does the name Kartal mean?

Kartal, as a masculine first name, carries the meaning 'the eagle', based on its Turkish origin. While this name is not very widespread in Turkey, it is widely used as a family name. A prominent bearer of this name was the actor Kartal Tibet (1938-2021).

Where does the name Kartal come from?

The name Kartal has its roots in Turkish and literally means 'the eagle'. The

How do you pronounce Kartal?

The pronunciation of the name Kartal is clear and powerful. It consists of two syllables and is pronounced as 'Kar-tal' [ˈkaʁtal]. The name begins with an open 'a', conveying expansiveness and openness. The strong 'rt' in the middle provides contour and strength, while the ending '-tal' sounds determined and clear. This makes Kartal striking and self-assured - strong, present, and full of character.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Kartal enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 1,751 in the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2016 at position 1,283. In the last ten years, the name has been given approximately 140 times, placing it at 1,970 in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Kartal ranks at position 2,354.

Nicknames & pet names

Kartalka / Karti / Kartika