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Altan

Алтан

In Mongolian: "golden".

Meaning and origin

Altan is a Mongolian name derived directly from the word for gold, a precious material highly valued in Mongolian culture and history.

How to pronounce Altan

Mongolian (Mongolia)AHL-tahn /ˈɑltɑn/

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