Tülay

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Tülay is a Muslim girl name meaning “Moon seen through tulle; delicate moon”.

MeaningMoon seen through tulle; delicate moon
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish
Pronunciationtew-LYE
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Tülay

Tülay combines tül (tulle, fine veil fabric) and ay (moon), evoking the moon glimpsed through a thin veil or a moon as delicate as tulle. It is a 20th-century Turkish compound that was widely given to girls from the 1950s to the 1980s.

Is Tülay a Muslim name?

Tülay is a Turkish rather than Arabic name, but it is commonly used by Muslim families in Turkey.

Where is the name Tülay used?

Common in Turkey, especially among women born before 1990.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Tülay mean?

Tülay means 'Moon seen through tulle; delicate moon'. It comes from Turkish.

Is Tülay a Muslim name?

Tülay is a Turkish rather than Arabic name, but it is commonly used by Muslim families in Turkey.

How do you pronounce Tülay?

Tülay is pronounced tew-LYE.

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