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In Turkish culture, there are numerous baby names that take inspiration from nature. For example, the nature-inspired feminine names include Nuray (meaning bright moon), Acarsu (meaning stream, river, running water), and Irmak (meaning river).

Can Turkish baby names be unisex?

Yes. There are numerous gender-neutral Turkish baby names. They include Aytaç (meaning crown of the moon), Evren (meaning cosmos), Evrim (meaning evolution), Özgür (meaning free), and Yücel (meaning sublime).

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The Turkish masculine baby name Emre carries the meaning of ‘friend’ or ‘brother.’ This name has historical significance as it was held by the renowned 13th-century Turkish poet Yunus Emre.

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20 Turkish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Cennet	Unisex	Paradise, Garden
Can	Boy	Soul; Life; Darling
Cadin	Unisex	Married daughter; Adult woman
Colan	Boy	Victory of the people; Hazel; Path; Way
Cem	Boy	Twin
Canan	Unisex	Beloved; Sweetheart
Ceylin	Boy	Antelope; Gazelle
Cemre	Unisex	Fire, spark
Ceyda	Girl	A beautiful woman
Ceren	Unisex	Gazelle

Cahil	Boy	Naive young man
Candana	Boy	A candid, sincere person
Candanin	Boy	He is sincere and honest
Cay	Boy	Pure; Key; River; Brook; Creek
Cenk	Boy	Battle; War
Cetin	Boy	The one who is strong, tough and hard
Ceyhun	Boy	A Central Asian river
Ceylan	Girl	Gazelle
Chano	Boy	Chime; Level; Flat
Cihan	Unisex	The world

Infographic: Meaningful Turkish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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that would fit diverse preferences. Each name on the list is unique and deeply meaningful. Explore them to find a name that celebrates your child's individuality and reflects your dreams and aspirations for them.

Turkish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C(infographic)

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