Surname · Turkish origin
Demir
Meaning
The surname Demir means Iron.
Origin
Turkish
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Demir
Demir means “iron.”
What kind of surname is Demir?
Demir is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Turkish naming tradition — you can read how Turkish surnames were formed on our Turkish last names page.
Other Turkish surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Demir mean?
The surname Demir means Iron. Demir means “iron.”
Where does the surname Demir come from?
Demir is a surname of Turkish origin.
What kind of surname is Demir?
Demir is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other Turkish surnames?
Other Turkish surnames include Aksoy, Arslan, Aydin, Celik, Dogan, Erdogan.