Alparslan, Yusuf and Göktuğ stood out among the most preferred baby boy names in Turkey this year. Popular names for baby girls include Asel, Zeynep and Defne.
- Most Popular Baby Boy Names:
- 1. Alparslan
- 2. Joseph
- 3. Göktuğ
- Most Popular Baby Girl Names:
- 1. Asel
- 2. Zeynep
- 3. Laurel
According to Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK) data, when the names given to babies born in 2023 are examined, it is seen that there is a balanced preference between traditional and modern names. In addition to historical and well-established names such as Alparslan, Yusuf and Göktuğ, popular and contemporary names such as Asel, Zeynep and Defne are also preferred.
In addition, the most frequently used names among children in the 0-17 age group include Yusuf, Mustafa and Mehmet (for boys) and Zeynep, Elif and Yağmur (for girls). These names reflect Turkey's baby name preferences, referring to the deep roots and social values in Turkish culture.