Kemal

Hindi; Arabic

"lotus; perfect, perfection"

Kemal Origin and Meaning

The name Kemal is a boy's name.

Kemal is a masculine name of Turkish origin meaning 'perfection' or 'maturity.' The name gained particular prominence through Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder and first president of modern Turkey. Beyond Turkey, Kemal is used throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and in Muslim communities worldwide. The name carries connotations of wisdom, accomplishment, and excellence. With its smooth sound and powerful meaning, Kemal has maintained steady popularity in Turkish-speaking regions while remaining distinctive elsewhere. The name balances cultural richness with accessibility in pronunciation for most language speakers, making it both meaningful and practical for families with Turkish heritage or those simply drawn to its positive associations.

Famous People Named Kemal

• Mustafa Kemal Atatürk founder of modern Turkey
• Kemal Curic Bosnian automobile designer (worked for Ford)
• Kemal Amin "Casey" Kasem American radio personality
• Kemal Malovcic Bosnian Singer
• Kemal Monteno Bosnian singer
• Kemal Custovic Cheerleading World Champion

The name Kemal in Pop Culture

• Kemal Pamuk character on TV's "Downton Abbey"