Sevda
Sevda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Passionate love, longing”.
| Meaning | Passionate love, longing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish, from Arabic sawdāʾ |
| Arabic spelling | سودا |
| Pronunciation | sev-DAH |
| Arabic root | س و د (s-w-d) — to be black |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Sevda
Sevda comes from the Arabic sawdāʾ, 'black bile', which old medicine linked to melancholy. In Ottoman Turkish the word came to mean deep, passionate love and longing, and it is now a common girl's name in Turkey, Azerbaijan and the Balkans, where Bosnian sevdah songs share the same root.
Is Sevda a Muslim name?
Yes, Sevda is used by Muslim families in Turkey, Azerbaijan and the Balkans. It is a Turkish word of Arabic origin meaning love and longing rather than a religious name.
Where is the name Sevda used?
Common in Turkey, Azerbaijan and among Balkan Muslims.
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Spellings and variants of Sevda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sevda mean?
Sevda means 'Passionate love, longing'. It comes from Turkish, from Arabic sawdāʾ.
Is Sevda a Muslim name?
Yes, Sevda is used by Muslim families in Turkey, Azerbaijan and the Balkans. It is a Turkish word of Arabic origin meaning love and longing rather than a religious name.
How do you write Sevda in Arabic?
Sevda is written سودا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sevda?
Sevda is pronounced sev-DAH.