Heroic horseman or brave soldier
Derived from the Turkish elements 'alp', meaning brave, hero, or warrior, and 'er', meaning man or soldier. It historically refers to a heroic individual or a brave horseman in Turkic cultures. The name carries a strong, noble connotation associated with leadership and courage.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Alper in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Turkish professional footballer
Turkish professional basketball player
Retired Turkish national basketball player
