Tugce
Tugce is a Muslim girl name meaning “Like a tuğ (royal horsetail standard)”.
| Meaning | Like a tuğ (royal horsetail standard) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | TOO-cheh |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Tugce
Tuğçe (Tugce without Turkish letters) is a modern Turkish name built from tuğ, the horsetail standard carried as a symbol of rank by Turkic and Ottoman rulers, plus the suffix -çe, 'like' or 'little'. It is often loosely explained as 'royal' or 'noble'. It became popular in Turkey from the 1980s.
Is Tugce a Muslim name?
Tuğçe is a Turkish rather than Arabic name, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.
Where is the name Tugce used?
Common in Turkey and among Turkish communities in Europe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tugce mean?
Tugce means 'Like a tuğ (royal horsetail standard)'. It comes from Turkish.
Is Tugce a Muslim name?
Tuğçe is a Turkish rather than Arabic name, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Tugce?
Tugce is pronounced TOO-cheh.