Idil
Idil is a Muslim girl name of Turkic (İdil); also Somali origin, meaning “Old Turkic name of the Volga river”.
| Meaning | Old Turkic name of the Volga river |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkic (İdil); also Somali |
| Pronunciation | ee-DIL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Somalia |
Meaning and origin of Idil
In Turkish, İdil, also Itil, is the old Turkic name for the Volga river. As a name it brings to mind a great, flowing river. Idil is also a well-established girls' name among Somalis, who usually explain it as complete or whole. Muslim families use it in both cultures, even though it is not an Arabic name; its short, bright sound helps it travel easily between languages.
Is Idil a Muslim name?
Idil is Turkic and Somali rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Turkey and Somalia use it, and its meaning is neutral.
How popular is Idil?
It is popular in Turkey and among Somalis in the Horn of Africa and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Idil
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Idil mean?
Idil means 'Old Turkic name of the Volga river'. It is of Turkic (İdil); also Somali origin.
Is Idil a Muslim name?
Idil is Turkic and Somali rather than Arabic, but Muslim families in Turkey and Somalia use it, and its meaning is neutral.
How do you pronounce Idil?
Idil is pronounced ee-DIL.
Is Idil a boy or girl name?
Idil is usually a girl name.