Cengiz
Cengiz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Universal ruler; mighty”.
| Meaning | Universal ruler; mighty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Mongolian Chinggis |
| Pronunciation | jen-GEEZ |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Cengiz
Cengiz is the Turkish spelling of Chinggis, the title of Genghis Khan, founder of the Mongol Empire. The title is usually explained as 'universal' or 'oceanic' ruler, or 'firm, strong'. In Turkey the name became popular in the 20th century as a symbol of strength, with bearers like the writer Cengiz Dağcı.
Is Cengiz a Muslim name?
Cengiz is a Turkic-Mongolian name rather than an Islamic one, but it is commonly used by Muslim families in Turkey. Some families prefer an Arabic name of similar strength such as Malik or Sultan.
Where is the name Cengiz used?
Common in Turkey; Chingiz is used in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan.
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Spellings and variants of Cengiz
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cengiz mean?
Cengiz means 'Universal ruler; mighty'. It comes from Turkish form of Mongolian Chinggis.
Is Cengiz a Muslim name?
Cengiz is a Turkic-Mongolian name rather than an Islamic one, but it is commonly used by Muslim families in Turkey. Some families prefer an Arabic name of similar strength such as Malik or Sultan.
How do you pronounce Cengiz?
Cengiz is pronounced jen-GEEZ.