Asena
Asena is a Muslim girl name of Turkic origin, meaning “She-wolf of Turkic legend”.
| Meaning | She-wolf of Turkic legend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkic |
| Pronunciation | ah-SEH-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Asena
Asena comes from the founding legend of the Göktürks, in which a she-wolf finds and rescues a wounded boy and goes on to become mother of the Turkic peoples. During the twentieth century Turkish parents took up the name with enthusiasm as a sign of pride in their Turkic heritage and history. It is a purely Turkic name, and it has no connection to any Arabic root or to Islamic tradition, so its meaning rests entirely on that old story.
Is Asena a Muslim name?
Asena comes from pre-Islamic Turkic legend and is not an Islamic name, though Muslim families in Turkey do use it. Parents wanting an Arabic name might consider Asiya, Aseel or Ayla.
How popular is Asena?
It is a Turkish name found in Turkey.
Gifts with the name Asena
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Asena mean?
Asena means 'She-wolf of Turkic legend'. It is of Turkic origin.
Is Asena a Muslim name?
Asena comes from pre-Islamic Turkic legend and is not an Islamic name, though Muslim families in Turkey do use it. Parents wanting an Arabic name might consider Asiya, Aseel or Ayla.
How do you pronounce Asena?
Asena is pronounced ah-SEH-nah.
Is Asena a boy or girl name?
Asena is usually a girl name.