Deer or doe
Maral is a name of Persian and Armenian origin that refers specifically to the Caspian Red Deer. In Central Asian and Middle Eastern literature, the deer is often used as a symbol of beauty, grace, and elegance. It is a popular choice in Iran, Armenia, and Turkey, though it remains rare in the United States.
About 13 girls were named Maral in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the Turkish television series · Maral: En Güzel Hikayem
Armenian-Turkish writer and scholar
