Basak

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Basak is a Muslim girl name meaning “Ear of wheat”.

MeaningEar of wheat
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish
Pronunciationbah-SHAHK
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Basak

Basak is the unaccented spelling of Turkish Başak, meaning an ear of wheat or grain. It is also the Turkish name of the constellation Virgo. The ş is pronounced sh, so the name sounds like bah-SHAHK. It is a familiar modern girl's name in Turkey, linked to abundance and harvest.

Is Basak a Muslim name?

Basak is a Turkish name, not Arabic, but it is common among Muslim families in Turkey.

Where is the name Basak used?

Common in Turkey and among Turks in Europe.

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Spellings and variants of Basak

Başak

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Basak mean?

Basak means 'Ear of wheat'. It comes from Turkish.

Is Basak a Muslim name?

Basak is a Turkish name, not Arabic, but it is common among Muslim families in Turkey.

How do you pronounce Basak?

Basak is pronounced bah-SHAHK.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.