Turkish baby names

The most popular Turkish names include Tolga, Asel, Volkan, Gülsüm, Polat, Ceren, Mert, Onur. There are 45 Turkish names in total, with 20 boy names and 25 girl names.

Popular Turkish boy names include Tolga ("helmet"), Kader ("fate"), Fatih ("conqueror"), Cem ("handsome"), Kaan ("ruler of rulers"), Ä°lhan ("ruler of people"). These names are traditionally used in Turkey.

Popular Turkish girl names include Asel ("honey"), Volkan ("volcano"), Gülsüm ("rosewater"), Polat ("steel"), Ceren ("young gazelle"), Mert ("manly and brave").

Turkish names originate from Turkey.

Turkish names often carry meanings related to: helmet, honey, volcano, rosewater, steel. Each name's specific meaning is listed on its detail page.

Turkish names are traditionally used in Turkey and have been adopted in many countries that share cultural, religious or historical connections.

For rare Turkish names that stand out, consider: Ahmet, Ayla, Ayse, Berk, Canan, Defne, Emre, Esin. Less common Turkish names often carry the same deep cultural meaning while being more distinctive.

Turkish names can have pronunciation patterns unfamiliar to English speakers. Examples: Yusuf (YOO-suf). Each name's pronunciation guide is shown on its individual page.