Defne
Defne is a Muslim girl name of Turkish (from Greek) origin, meaning “Laurel tree, bay leaf”.
| Meaning | Laurel tree, bay leaf |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish (from Greek) |
| Pronunciation | def-NEH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Defne
Defne is the Turkish name for the laurel, or bay tree, a word Turkish borrowed from the Greek daphne. For decades it has ranked among the most popular girls' names in Turkey. Parents like its fresh, evergreen and natural feel. Although it has no Arabic root, it is overwhelmingly chosen by Muslim Turkish families today, who see it as a simple and graceful nature name.
Is Defne a Muslim name?
In practice, Defne is a Muslim name in Turkey. It is not Arabic and carries no religious meaning, yet nothing in it conflicts with Islam.
How popular is Defne?
It is very popular in Turkey and with Turkish communities in Europe.
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Spellings and variants of Defne
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Defne mean?
Defne means 'Laurel tree, bay leaf'. It is of Turkish (from Greek) origin.
Is Defne a Muslim name?
In practice, Defne is a Muslim name in Turkey. It is not Arabic and carries no religious meaning, yet nothing in it conflicts with Islam.
How do you pronounce Defne?
Defne is pronounced def-NEH.
Is Defne a boy or girl name?
Defne is usually a girl name.