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24 Turkish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Dilan	Boy	Heart; Compassionate; Tide; Flow
Damir	Boy	Peace giver; Steel; Iron; Conscience
Diya	Girl	Radiance; Light; Lamp; Splendor
Demir	Boy	Iron; Iron moon; Young bull
Derin	Unisex	Deep; Profound
Defne	Girl	A laurel tree; Name of a place in Turkey
Dunya	Girl	To be pleased or satisfied; World; Kingdom; Universe
Danyal	Boy	God is my judge
Dilara	Girl	Adorn; Heart; She who delights the heart
Duru	Girl	Clear; Lucid; Life; To stand; Ruler; Leader; Hero; Warrior

Derya	Unisex	Sea; Ocean
Demira	Girl	Iron; Iron moon; Given; Peace; World
Destan	Boy	Saga; Destiny; Epic poem
Doruk	Boy	Top of the mountain
Dila	Girl	Heart
Dilani	Unisex	Lion; Love; Loyal; Faithful; To flow; Towards the tide
Damla	Girl	A drop
Deniz	Unisex	Sea
Dicle	Girl	A wonderful river; life providing
Dilruba	Girl	Beloved; Charming

Doga	Girl	Nature; In love with nature and God
Duman	Boy	Smoky; one who is very supportive and helpful
Dilek	Girl	Wish; Desire
Devran	Unisex	Whirling

Infographic: Popular Turkish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D

Turkish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

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

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