Cansu
Cansu is a Muslim girl name of Turkish origin, meaning “Water of life”.
| Meaning | Water of life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | jahn-SOO |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Cansu
Cansu joins can, meaning soul or life and borrowed from the Persian jān, with the Turkish su, water. Together the two parts express the image of life-giving water. It is a modern Turkish creation that spread widely from the 1980s onward and is now familiar in Turkish communities abroad too. As with other Turkish names, the c is said like j, so it sounds like jan-soo.
Is Cansu a Muslim name?
Cansu is a Turkish word-name with no religious meaning, used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How popular is Cansu?
Popular in Turkey and in Turkish communities abroad.
Gifts with the name Cansu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cansu mean?
Cansu means 'Water of life'. It is of Turkish origin.
Is Cansu a Muslim name?
Cansu is a Turkish word-name with no religious meaning, used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you pronounce Cansu?
Cansu is pronounced jahn-SOO.
Is Cansu a boy or girl name?
Cansu is usually a girl name.