Menderes

Menderes is a masculine first name that is considered a Turkish form of the name Meander. This, in turn, has its roots in the ancient Greek Maiandros (Μαίανδρος), although its exact origin remains unclear. The name is often translated as "the man of the wet nurse."

What does the name Menderes mean?

The name Menderes, a Turkish variation of Meander, originates from the ancient Greek term Maiandros (Μαίανδρος). Its meanings are not fully clarified, but it is often associated with "the man of the wet nurse." The etymological roots of the name consist of the ancient Greek terms maîa (μαῖα), meaning "old woman," "mother," or "wet nurse," and andrós (ανδρος) for "man." Furthermore, Menderes is also used as the Turkish designation for the Meander River, with the Greek origin of the word meaning "loop" and referring to the characteristic shape of river courses.

Where does the name Menderes come from?

Menderes has its etymology in ancient Greek and means "the man of the wet nurse." The name is composed of the ancient Greek parts maîa (μαῖα) for "old woman, mother, wet nurse" and andrós (ανδρος) for "man." It is used in the Turkish language.

How do you pronounce Menderes?

Men-de-res

Popularity

In Germany, Menderes is a rather rare first name. In 2018, it ranked 3,918th on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was in 2010, when it reached 2,204th place. Over the last ten years, Menderes has been chosen as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it at 6,739th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,432nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Menderi

Famous people

• Adnan Menderes (Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey)
• Menderes Bagci (Entertainer)
• Menderes Türel (Turkish politician)