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Name
Serdar
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
2

The first name Serdar is a form of the Persian name Sardar and is used in Kurdish, Turkish, and Turkmen cultures. Translated into English, it means 'the supreme commander' or 'the leader'.

What does the name Serdar mean?

Serdar is a masculine name form that has its origins in the Kurdish, Turkish, and Turkmen languages and traces back to the Persian name Sardar. The English translation is 'the supreme commander' or 'the leader'. The etymology goes back to the ancient Persian word sardâr (سردار), which means 'military commander', 'leader', or 'chief'. It is composed of the parts sar (سر) for 'leader' or 'authority' and dâr (دار) for 'holder' or 'possessor'. The feminine form of the name is Serda.

Where does the name Serdar come from?

The name Serdar has its roots in ancient Persian and means 'the supreme commander'. The ancient Persian expression sardâr (سردار) stands for military commander, leader, or chief and is composed of sar (سر), which means 'leader' or 'authority', and dâr (دار), which means 'holder' or 'possessor'. The languages in which the name appears are Kurdish, Turkish, and Turkmen.

How do you pronounce Serdar?

The pronunciation of Serdar is clear and two-syllable. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'Ser-dar' [ˈzɛʁdaʁ]. The name begins with an open E sound that creates a bright tone. The rolled or guttural 'r' gives the name a distinctive middle. The second syllable, which contains an open A, adds warmth and depth. Serdar radiates a powerful and dignified presence and has a stable, clear sound.

Popularity

In Germany, Serdar is a common first name and currently ranks 4,024th on the list of the most popular male first names. Its best placement was in 2007 at rank 589. In the last ten years, Serdar has been given about 110 times, placing it 2,305th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,823rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Seda / Sedo / Serdik / Serdo / Serdos / Sero / Sidik

Famous people

  • Serdar Annaorazow (Turkmen footballer)
  • Serdar Apaydin (basketball player)
  • Serdar Avci (boxer)
  • Serdar Aziz (football player)
  • Serdar Bakis (footballer from Turkey)
  • Serdar Bali (footballer)
  • Serdar Bayrak (football player)
  • Serdar Bogatekin (dancer & choreographer)
  • Serdar Dayat (football manager)
  • Serdar Deniz (footballer)
  • Serdar Döndü (football player)
  • Serdar Erdogmus (footballer from Turkey)
  • Serdar Eylik (football player)
  • Serdar Gökhan (actor)
  • Serdar Günes (footballer from Turkey)
  • Serdar Gurler (French footballer)
  • Serdar Gürler (footballer)
  • Serdar Hudayberdiyev (boxer from Turkmenistan)
  • Serdar Kesimal (footballer)
  • Serdar Keskin (German actor)

Frequently asked questions about the name Serdar

Where does the name Serdar come from?

The name Serdar has its origins in ancient Persian and is widespread in the Kurdish, Turkish, and Turkmen languages.

What does the name Serdar mean?

The meaning of Serdar is 'the supreme commander' or 'the leader', derived from the ancient Persian word sardâr, which means 'military commander'.

How popular is the name Serdar?

Serdar is relatively popular in various regions, especially in Turkey and among Kurdish communities, although its use is less widespread internationally.

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