Yilmaz
Yilmaz is a Muslim boy name meaning “Undaunted, one who never gives up”.
| Meaning | Undaunted, one who never gives up |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | yuhl-MAHZ |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Yilmaz
Yılmaz is a Turkish name formed from the verb yılmak, to be daunted or lose heart, with the negative ending -maz: 'he does not lose heart'. It describes a steadfast, fearless person. Besides being a first name, Yılmaz is one of the most common surnames in Turkey, adopted widely after the 1934 surname law.
Is Yilmaz a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Yilmaz is a Turkish name rather than Arabic, and it is commonly used by Muslim families in Turkey.
Where is the name Yilmaz used?
Common in Turkey as both a first name and a surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yilmaz mean?
Yilmaz means 'Undaunted, one who never gives up'. It comes from Turkish.
Is Yilmaz a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Yilmaz is a Turkish name rather than Arabic, and it is commonly used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Yilmaz?
Yilmaz is pronounced yuhl-MAHZ.