Dilek
Dilek is a Muslim girl name of Turkish origin, meaning “Wish, hope”.
| Meaning | Wish, hope |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | dee-LEK |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Dilek
Dilek is the ordinary Turkish word for a wish, the kind of hope a person holds close. Turks use it every day, for example in 'iyi dilekler', meaning best wishes. As a first name it caught on during the twentieth century, and many parents liked its soft, hopeful ring for a newborn daughter. The word is native Turkish and owes nothing to Arabic.
Is Dilek a Muslim name?
Many Muslim families in Turkey use Dilek. It does not come from Arabic or the Quran, yet its meaning of hope is wholly positive.
How popular is Dilek?
It is common among Turkish women born roughly between the 1960s and the 1990s, at home and abroad.
Gifts with the name Dilek
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dilek mean?
Dilek means 'Wish, hope'. It is of Turkish origin.
Is Dilek a Muslim name?
Many Muslim families in Turkey use Dilek. It does not come from Arabic or the Quran, yet its meaning of hope is wholly positive.
How do you pronounce Dilek?
Dilek is pronounced dee-LEK.
Is Dilek a boy or girl name?
Dilek is usually a girl name.