Boy name
Misak name meaning
“covenant; binding promise, pact”
Misak means covenant, binding promise, or pact. Used as a masculine given name in Türkiye, it comes from Arabic mīthāq and entered Turkish during the Ottoman period. The historical expression Misakımillî, meaning National Pact, provides a concrete example of the word’s association with a binding agreement.
What does Misak mean?
Covenant; binding promise, pact
In Turkish: sözleşme; bağlayıcı söz, antlaşma
Misak suggests a solemn agreement carrying mutual obligations rather than an everyday promise. In Turkish it is especially familiar from Misak-ı Millî, the National Pact. The Armenian given name Misak belongs to a separate naming tradition, so identical spelling does not necessarily establish a shared origin.
Origin of the name Misak
It comes from Arabic mīthāq, meaning a solemn promise or covenant. The form misak entered Turkish during the Ottoman period.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Names found in the Quran |
| Is Misak in the Quran? | As a word · ميثاقا · 4:21The source word of Misak occurs in the Quran as ميثاقا, meaning a covenant or binding agreement rather than a personal name. |
| Starts with | M · Mi |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is common says nothing certain about any one person’s background, faith or origin.
Double names with Misak
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Misak Abdurrahman
Meaning of each name
- Misak: covenant; binding promise, pact
- Abdurrahman: servant of the Most Merciful
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Alirıza Misak
Meaning of each name
- Alirıza: Ali and Rıza; elevation and contentment
- Misak: covenant; binding promise, pact
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Misak Ebubekir
Meaning of each name
- Misak: covenant; binding promise, pact
- Ebubekir: father of a young camel; the name Abu Bakr
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Adam Misak
Meaning of each name
- Adam: human being; name of the first human
- Misak: covenant; binding promise, pact
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Misak Nafi
Meaning of each name
- Misak: covenant; binding promise, pact
- Nafi: beneficial; bringing benefit
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Fırat Misak
Meaning of each name
- Fırat: the Euphrates; fresh, drinkable water
- Misak: covenant; binding promise, pact
How to pronounce Misak
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /misak/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | میثاق |
| Arabic | ميثاق |
Is Misak a boy’s name?
Yes, Misak is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Misak does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 3 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Misak
Famous people named Misak
- Misak Torlakyan · b. 1889
- Misak Cevahirciyan · b. 1858
- Misak Toros · b. 1941
FAQ about the name Misak
What is the meaning of Misak?
Misak means “covenant; binding promise, pact”. It comes from Arabic mīthāq, meaning a solemn promise or covenant. The form misak entered Turkish during the Ottoman period.
Is Misak a boy’s name?
Yes, Misak is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Misak in the Quran?
As a word. The source word of Misak occurs in the Quran as ميثاقا, meaning a covenant or binding agreement rather than a personal name. (e.g.: 4:21)
What is the origin of the name Misak?
Misak is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Misak have?
Misak has 2 syllables and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Misak?
Misak does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 3 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
What names go well with Misak?
Some ideas: Misak Abdurrahman; Alirıza Misak; Misak Ebubekir.
Famous people named Misak?
Notable people named Misak include Misak Torlakyan, Misak Cevahirciyan, Misak Toros.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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