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The male first name Turgay has the direct translation from Turkish meaning 'the field lark'. In Turkey, Turgay is very popular and widely used.
What does the name Turgay mean?
Turgay is a boy's name that originates from Turkish and literally means 'the field lark'. A less common variant of this name is Toygar.
Where does the name Turgay come from?
The name Turgay has its roots in Turkish and means 'the field lark'.
How do you pronounce Turgay?
The pronunciation of Turgay is clear and accented. The name consists of two syllables and is pronounced as 'Tur-gay' [ˈtuʁɡaɪ̯]. The dark 'U' sound at the beginning gives depth to the sound, while the second syllable with its diphthong provides dynamism and openness. The name ends softly, yet distinctly. Turgay conveys an image of dynamism and self-confidence – powerful, modern, and sonically impressive.
Popularity
In Germany, Turgay is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,024th on the list of the most popular male first names. Its best placement was in 2006 when it reached 930th place. In the last ten years, Turgay has been used as a first name about 40 times, securing it 3,945th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,704th.
Nicknames & pet names
Tugi / Tugo / Turgi
Famous people
- Tugay Kerimoğlu (former Turkish footballer, now coach)
- Turgay Bahadir (Turkish football player)
- Turgay Dogan (German actor)
- Turgay Gölbasi (Turkish footballer)
- Turgay K (rapper from Germany)
- Turgay Semercioglu (footballer)
- Turgay Seren (Turkish footballer)
- Turgay Tanülkü (actor)
- Turgay Tapu (footballer from Germany)
- Turgay Uzun (boxer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Turgay
What does the name Turgay mean?
Turgay is a boy's name of Turkish origin and literally means 'the field lark'.
Where does the name Turgay come from?
The name has its roots in Turkish, where it is derived from the terms 'turgay' and 'toygar', both of which refer to the field lark.
How popular is the name Turgay?
The popularity of the name Turgay varies, but it is widespread in Turkish culture, while it is less common in other countries.