"moonlight, reflection of the moon"
Origin: Turkish/Persian
Language: Turkish
Miray
A Turkish gem meaning the moons reflection on water
Turkish
Azerbaijani
Central Asian
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Spiritual
Gentle
Whimsical
Traditional
Meaning & Origin
"moons image on water"
Origin: Turkish
Language: Turkish
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The Story of Miray
Miray is a Turkish and Azerbaijani name meaning moonlight or the reflection of the moon on water. It is composed of the Persian/Turkish word mir (moon, also meaning prince or leader) and ay (moon in Turkish), creating a poetic doubling of the moon motif. This makes Miray a deeply romantic name that evokes the serene beauty of moonlight on still water.
Miray is consistently popular in Turkey and Azerbaijan, where celestial and nature-inspired names have long been beloved. It gained wider recognition through its use in Turkish television dramas (diziler), which have built a global following across the Middle East, Balkans, and beyond.
In Turkish culture, the moon (ay) has deep significance as a symbol of beauty and Islamic heritage, appearing on the Turkish flag. Names incorporating ay or mir are enduringly popular. Mirays double moon meaning makes it especially poetic.
Fun Facts
- The Turkish word ay means moon, which appears on the Turkish national flag
- Miray combines two moon-related elements: mir and ay, making it doubly lunar
- Turkish dizi (drama) series have exported Turkish names like Miray to audiences worldwide
Miray in Other Languages
Arabic
ميراي
Persian
میرای
Turkish
Miray
Azerbaijani
Miray
Popularity Over Time
#6,068
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Miray
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Miray Daner
Actor
1999
Turkish actress known for her role in the popular TV series Çukur and Sefirin Kızı
M
Miray Akay
Musician
Turkish pop singer who gained recognition in the early 2010s
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,068
- Total SSA Count
- 20
- Cultural Origins
- Turkish Azerbaijani Central Asian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Mira
Ray
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Frequently Asked Questions About Miray
What does the name Miray mean?
"moonlight, reflection of the moon" (from Turkish/Persian). "moons image on water" (from Turkish). Miray is a Turkish and Azerbaijani name meaning moonlight or the reflection of the moon on water. It is composed of the Persian/Turkish word mir (moon, also meaning prince or leader) and ay (moon in Turkish), creating a poetic doubling of the moon motif. This makes Miray a deeply romantic name that evokes the serene beauty of moonlight on still water.
What is the origin of the name Miray?
Miray has Turkish/Persian, Turkish, Azerbaijani, and Central Asian origins. In Turkish/Persian, it means "moonlight, reflection of the moon". In Turkish, it means "moons image on water".
Is Miray a boy or girl name?
Miray is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Miray?
Miray is currently ranked #6068 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Miray?
Common nicknames for Miray include Mira and Ray.
What are good middle names for Miray?
Popular middle name pairings include Miray Nur, Miray Leyla, Miray Selin, Miray Deniz, Miray Aylin, Miray Ceren, and Miray Elmas.
What are good sibling names for Miray?
Names that pair well with Miray as siblings include Amir, Kerem, Defne, Naz, Ceren, and Emre.
How many syllables does Miray have?
Miray has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Miray a common or rare name?
Miray is an uncommon name, ranked #6068 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Miray
Miray is a girl name with Turkish, Azerbaijani, and Central Asian origins . The name means "moonlight, reflection of the moon" in Turkish/Persian .
Miray is currently ranked #6,068 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Miray has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Miray include Mira and Ray. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Miray include Mira, Miracle, Miranda, Miraya, Mirabel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.