Hülya

girlTurkish (via Arabic)

Hülya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Daydream, sweet dream”.

MeaningDaydream, sweet dream
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish (via Arabic)
PronunciationHEWL-yah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Hülya

Hülya is the Turkish word for a daydream or fanciful dream. It came into Ottoman Turkish through Arabic (mālīkhūlyā), ultimately from Greek melancholia, and gradually took on the gentle sense of reverie. It was one of the most popular girls' names in Turkey in the 1960s and 1970s, partly thanks to actress Hülya Koçyiğit.

Is Hülya a Muslim name?

Hülya is a Turkish name rather than a classical Islamic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.

Where is the name Hülya used?

Common among Turkish women born from the 1950s to the 1980s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hülya mean?

Hülya means 'Daydream, sweet dream'. It comes from Turkish (via Arabic).

Is Hülya a Muslim name?

Hülya is a Turkish name rather than a classical Islamic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.

How do you pronounce Hülya?

Hülya is pronounced HEWL-yah.

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