Mehmeds
Mehmeds refers to a series of Ottoman sultans named Mehmed, who played significant roles in the empire's history. The name Mehmed, derived from the Arabic name Muhammad, was commonly used among Ottoman rulers, with several bearing this name throughout different eras.
The most notable Mehmed was Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the Conqueror (1432–1481). Born in Edirne,
Another prominent Mehmed was Mehmed III (1566–1603), who ruled during a period of Ottoman expansion and cultural
Mehmed IV (1648–1687) ruled during a time of decline, marked by economic troubles and military defeats, including
The name Mehmed continued to appear among later Ottoman sultans, though none achieved the same level of