Ozlem
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ozlem
Özlem is a Turkish given name derived from the Arabic word "özlem," meaning "longing," "yearning," or "nostalgia," with roots in Persian-Arabic linguistic tradition.
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Etymology
Özlem is a Turkish given name derived from the Arabic word "özlem," meaning "longing," "yearning," or "nostalgia," with roots in Persian-Arabic linguistic tradition. The name is primarily used in Turkish and Kurdish cultures, predominantly among Muslim populations, with particular prevalence in Turkey and among diaspora communities since the mid-20th century.
Ozlem currently ranks #11,671 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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