Oral is a unisex given name with varied origins. In English-speaking contexts, it is rare as a first name, with its most prominent bearer being American televangelist Oral Roberts (1918–2009). According to Roberts, his name was given by a cousin who aimed for something distinctive. However, the name's exact meaning in English remains uncertain—some conjecture a connection to the Latin os 'mouth' (oral), but no direct link is attested.Turkish OriginIn Turkish, Oral is a masculine name meaning 'conqueror of a city' or 'conqueror of a fortress' (or in Ottoman. This etymology stems from a heroic attribute, tied to the historical Turkish warrior tradition. The name is also used as a surname in Turkey.Notable BearersGiven Name (Male)Oral Roberts (1918–2009), influential American televangelist and founder of Oral Roberts University.Oral Hildebrand (1907–1977), American baseball player.Oral Çalışlar (born 1946), Turkish journalist and writer.Oral Ogilvie (born 1969), Canadian athlete.Oral Selkridge (born 1962), Antigua and Barbuda athlete.Oral Suer, American businessman.Oral Swigart (1897–1973), American naval officer.Oral P. Tuttle (1889–1957), American lawyer and politician.Given Name (Female)Oral Ataniyazova, Uzbek medical scientist.SurnameMahir Oral (born 1980), German boxer.Nazmiye Oral (born 1969), Dutch actress and writer.The name remains rare in the English-speaking world, with its usage heavily influenced by the fame of Oral Roberts.