Tuncay

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Tuncay is a Muslim boy name meaning “Bronze moon”.

MeaningBronze moon
GenderBoy
OriginTurkish
Pronunciationtoon-JIGH
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Tuncay

Tuncay combines tunç (bronze) and ay (moon), giving 'bronze moon' or 'moon as strong as bronze'. It is a modern Turkish compound of the kind that became popular in the 20th century, when many families chose pure Turkish names. The footballer Tuncay Şanlı is a well-known bearer.

Is Tuncay a Muslim name?

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

Where is the name Tuncay used?

Common in Turkey among men born from the 1960s to the 1990s.

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Spellings and variants of Tuncay

Tunjay

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Tuncay mean?

Tuncay means 'Bronze moon'. It comes from Turkish.

Is Tuncay a Muslim name?

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

How do you pronounce Tuncay?

Tuncay is pronounced toon-JIGH.

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