Ozlem
Ozlem is a Muslim girl name meaning “Longing, yearning”.
| Meaning | Longing, yearning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | urz-LEM |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Ozlem
Özlem is a Turkish word meaning 'longing' or 'yearning', the feeling of missing someone or something dearly. It comes from the verb özlemek, 'to miss', and as a name it carries an emotional, poetic warmth: a child who is longed for, or the deep affection that makes people miss one another. It is a native Turkish word, not borrowed from Arabic or Persian, and it has no religious meaning of its own.
The name became popular in Turkey in the second half of the twentieth century, part of a wave of modern names drawn from everyday Turkish vocabulary. It is now familiar in Turkey and in the large Turkish communities of Germany, Austria, the Netherlands and Denmark. Outside Turkey it is usually written Ozlem, without the two dots. The 'ö' is a front rounded vowel like the one in German schön, so English speakers often approximate the name as urz-LEM, with the stress on the second syllable. Because its meaning is gentle and positive, Turkish Muslim families use it without any religious concern.
Famous people named Ozlem
- Özlem Türeci — German physician and co-founder of BioNTech
Is Ozlem a Muslim name?
Yes, Ozlem is used by Muslim families in Turkey. It is a Turkish word rather than an Arabic name, and its meaning is gentle and acceptable.
Where is the name Ozlem used?
Very common in Turkey and among Turkish families in Germany and elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Ozlem
- Ozlem name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Ozlem baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ozlem mean?
Ozlem means 'Longing, yearning'. It comes from Turkish.
Is Ozlem a Muslim name?
Yes, Ozlem is used by Muslim families in Turkey. It is a Turkish word rather than an Arabic name, and its meaning is gentle and acceptable.
How do you pronounce Ozlem?
Ozlem is pronounced urz-LEM.
What does Ozlem mean in Turkish?
Özlem means 'longing' or 'yearning', from the verb özlemek, 'to miss'.
Is Ozlem an Arabic name?
No. Özlem is a Turkish word, though it is commonly used by Muslim families in Turkey.