Yelda
Yelda is a Muslim girl name meaning “The longest night of the year”.
| Meaning | The longest night of the year |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Persian Yalda |
| Pronunciation | yel-DAH |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Yelda
Yelda is the Turkish form of Persian Yaldā, the name of the winter-solstice night, which itself comes from a Syriac word meaning 'birth'. In Turkish the name is used for girls and is associated with the long, cold winter night. It is less common than its Persian original but is well established in Turkey.
Is Yelda a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Yelda is a Turkish girl's name of Persian origin used by Muslim families in Turkey.
Where is the name Yelda used?
Used in Turkey and among Turkish families abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yelda mean?
Yelda means 'The longest night of the year'. It comes from Turkish form of Persian Yalda.
Is Yelda a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Yelda is a Turkish girl's name of Persian origin used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Yelda?
Yelda is pronounced yel-DAH.