Altay: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Altay · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Altay: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Golden mountain»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Turkish
Popularity
75 out of 100
Where Altay is popular
- TurkeyTÜİKTop 50
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About the Name Altay
Altay draws on Turkish tradition and is generally taken to mean "Golden mountain." As a boy's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Altay and carries 2 syllables. Altay is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Altay is a well-loved favorite, scoring 75 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as nature.
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FAQ
What does the name Altay mean?+
The name Altay means "Golden mountain".
What is the origin of the name Altay?+
Altay is a name of Turkish origin.
Is Altay a girl or boy name?+
Altay is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Altay?+
Altay is pronounced Altay (2 syllables).
Is Altay a popular name?+
Altay is a well-loved favorite, scoring 75 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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