There are seven different Turkish dog breeds and all of them are impressively amazing. There are Kangals, which have the strongest bite of any dog in the world. But, there is also the Anatolian Shepherd, Akbash, the Turkish Greyhound and so many others. All the Turkish breeds are strong, swift and fierce.

So, if you have one of these fantastic dogs as a new companion, you want to select the best name of Turkish origin. Peruse this list of Turkish dog names that come from such a fabled area of the Middle East.

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• Best names
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• Male names
• Cute names
• Good names
• Popular names
• Name inspiration
• Help to choose the right name
• Conclusion

Best Turkish Dog Names

The list below indicates some of the best names for dogs with Turkish breeding.

These encompass male, female and unisex monikers.

1. Asuman: God of Breaths
2. Azra: Help
3. Behrem: the Planet Mars
4. Beyza: White or Pure
5. Bugat: Lightning Bolt
6. Ceylan: Antelope
7. Dicle: Life-Giving River
8. Doga: In Love with God and/or Nature
9. Elif: First Letter in the Alphabet; Slender
10. Emine: Fearless, Courageous
11. Karawan: Protection from the Evil Eye
12. Kiral: Supreme Leader
13. Meltem: Gentle Summer Breeze
14. Shakirat: Appreciative
15. Sibel: Oracle
16. Tamaz: Strong Dog
17. Tansu: Dawn Water
18. Tengiz: Ocean or Sea
19. Yadgar: Impressive
20. Zeki: Clever

Female Turkish Dog Names

If your precious pup is a female, try one of these appellations for her.

These are perfect for females who are also of the Catalburun breed.

1. Ada: Noble Kind
2. Aergul: Bouquet of Blooming Roses
3. Afet: Attractive, Lovable or Bewitching Beauty
4. Ahu: Beautiful, Bright
5. Aimal: Wish, Desire
6. Aiyla: Moonlight, Moon Halo; Strong Fighter; Easy to Love
7. Akasma: Climbing White Rose
8. Alara: Aquatic or Water Fairy; Nymph
9. Alev: Light, Flame or Brightness
10. Anise: Aniseed
11. Arda: Warm 
12. Asli: Genuine or Real
13. Ayla: Oak Tree
14. Aylin: Form of Helen
15. Aymelek: Angel of the Moon
16. Ayperi: Fairy of the Moon
17. Aysel: Moonlike
18. Aysun: Moon Face
19. Ayten: Shiny Skin as the Moon
20. Banou: Princes or Royal Lady
21. Burcu: Sweet Fragrance
22. Cari: Free man
23. Carla: Flows like Water
24. Ceyda: Beautiful
25. Damia: A Single Drop
26. Deva: Divine
27. Dora: Gift
28. Ecrin: Reward
29. Edric: Robust
30. Eldar: Born to Fight with Fire
31. Emel: Desire
32. Emira: Princess
33. Esana: Safeguard
34. Esma: Kind Defender or Exists
35. Esmeray: Dark or New Moon
36. Fairuza: Turquoise Gem
37. Feray: Radiance of the Moon
38. Filliz: Develop
39. Funda: of Sound Mind and Body
40. Gaye: Reflective Ornament or Happy
41. Gulizar: Rosy Pink Cheeks
42. Gulya: Blossom
43. Hale: Nook
44. Halima: Gentle
45. Hande: Infectious Smile
46. Harika: Good Looking
47. Hiranur: Diamond Fire
48. Inayat: Favor
49. Jale: Dew
50. Joozher: Dignified
51. Jorawar: Charm
52. Juandalynn: Jolly
53. Jubalia: Upstanding Personality
54. Kara: Friend
55. Kismet: Portion, Lot or Luck
56. Lalam: Tulip
57. Lunara: Rose or Pomegranate
58. Miray: to Glow like the Moon
59. Necia: Cohort
60. Nuray: Bright as the Moon, Light Moon, Light of the Moon or Moonlight
61. Nurgul: Rose of Radiance
62. Onur: Honor
63. Pembe: Pink and Beautiful
64. Pinar: Fountain
65. Rezan: Bright and Clear
66. Sema: Earthbound
67. Seyyal: Traveler
68. Sita: Homesick
69. Sona: Golden
70. Sukru: Thankful
71. Sumeyye: High above Others
72. Tubba: Diligent and Pure
73. Verda: Truth
74. Yesenia: Flora
75. Zambak: Flower or Lily
76. Zeynep: Valuable Gemstone
77. Zlem: Yearning

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Male Turkish Dog Names

When you know you have a good, strong boy, you want his name to reflect his demeanor and personality.

Surely there’s one down below that will fit your pooch.

1. Aagha: Lord, Chief; Authority
2. Abay: Talented
3. Abi: Elder Brother
4. Abu: Father
5. Adalar: Red Island
6. Adem: Earth
7. Adlee: Just or Fair; Judged by God
8. Ajdin: Lucky, Bright, Happy
9. Ajnur: Moonlight; Moon’s Glow
10. Akara: Chief; Challenge Embracer; Risk Taker
11. Alibek: The Highest Ruler, Chief or Lord
12. Alp: Brave Hero; Valor
13. Altan: Red Dawn
14. Anarbek: Master of Pomegranates
15. Arystanbek: Lion Chief
16. Asen: Bulgarian King
17. Asker: Soldier
18. Aslan: Lion
19. Asumen: Sky
20. Atil: Big River
21. Avi: My Father
22. Ayaz: Cool Night Breeze
23. Ayden: Enlightened
24. Azizbek: Mighty Chief
25. Bahadir: Brave or Valiant
26. Bahar: Spring of Life
27. Baki: Quick, Analytical Mind
28. Bakytbek: Happy Chief
29. Baran: Forceful
30. Bari: Of Allah
31. Baris: Quiet, Peaceful or Calm
32. Bechir: Discerning
33. Beibut: Peace
34. Berk: Birch Clearing
35. Berkan: Strong Blood
36. Cahil: Young, Naïve
37. Can: Full of Life, Heart and/or Spirit
38. Candan: Sincerely
39. Candana: Sincere
40. Cenk: War Victor
41. Cetin: Tough and Hard
42. Demir: Made of Iron
43. Duman: Smokey
44. Emin: Trustworthy
45. Emir: Prince
46. Emmad: Leader
47. Emre: Loving Friend or Older Brother
48. Enayat: Blessing
49. Encarna: Kind
50. Ender: Scarce
51. Ensar: Helper
52. Enver: Bright
53. Eren: Saint
54. Ergin: Mature
55. Erol: Brave
56. Etemad: Reliant
57. Eymen: Fortunate, Auspicious
58. Galip: Conqueror or Winner
59. Gul: Rose
60. Hakan: Emperor
61. Halil: Honorable Comrade
62. Hasad: Harvest
63. Hosmunt: Clever
64. Ismet: Honor
65. Kartal: Eagle
66. Kasim: Dispenser of Food and Goods
67. Levent: Attractive
68. Mehmet: Praiseworthy
69. Mert: Lover of Silence
70. Mesut: Pleasure or Joy
71. Metin: Wielding Force
72. Mirac: to Raise on High
73. Murat: the Manifestation of Wishes
74. Niroop: Bright or Shining
75. Oguz: Treasure
76. Okan: Noble
77. Onur: Decency
78. Orhan: Meek
79. Osmanek: Expressive
80. Otar: Meadow
81. Oz: Divine
82. Rifat: High Status
83. Safet: Pure
84. Sevket: Dignity and Power
85. Shakir: Grateful, Thankful
86. Sinan: A Spear’s Sharpened End
87. Soner: the Last Man
88. Timur: Tall
89. Truang: Meadow
90. Ulugbek: Mighty Chief
91. Xerxes: Chief
92. Yusuf: He Will Enlarge
93. Zehab: Shining or Golden
94. Zeki: Smart or Clever

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Cute Turkish Dog Names

Whether you have a male or a female dog, when they’re too adorable for words, they need a name that shows it.

There are so many cute names listed here, it’s not if you’ll find a name, it’s about which one to pick!

1. Akay: Full Moon
2. Ata: Ancestor
3. Azzat: Gazelle
4. Bata: Buddy or Friend
5. Bayar: Delightful
6. Candanin: Honest
7. Deniz: Happy or Joyful Sea
8. Gamze: Dimple
9. Habibi: Sweetheart
10. Hasad: Harvest
11. Naji: Intimate Companion; Bosom Buddy
12. Nazik: Delicate
13. Nehir: River
14. Nuray: Bright as the Moon, Light Moon, Light of the Moon or Moonlight
15. Ozge: Unique
16. Rabia: Springtime
17. Reyhan: Basil
18. Safiye: Genuine
19. Sefa: Pleasing
20. Serap: Illusion
21. Sevgill: Dear
22. Sevinc: Delight
23. Sezen: Sensation

Good Turkish Dog Names

This list has a decent number of good, healthy names for your Turkish dog.

Some of these come imported from other cultures, but people seem to love naming their Anatolian Shepherd any one of these.

1. Asur: Turkish for “Assyrian”
2. Agca: White
3. Bora: Rainstorm
4. Cairo: Victorious One
5. Demir: Iron
6. Eber: Good
7. Ece: Prolific or Famous; Attractive
8. Ediz: Lavish
9. Efe: Massive Strength and Love
10. Emiri: a Royal Person
11. Gaye: Reflective Ornament or Happy
12. Guny: South
13. Hakki: Justice
14. Kumru: Dove
15. Kurt: Wolf
16. Sadik: Faithful
17. Tali: Lucky
18. Talu: Beneficial

Popular Turkish Dog Names

The names you see in the following list are some of the most popular Turkish names for dogs in the world.

People all over the globe find these very appropriate for their Kangal or Anatolian Shepherd.

1. Hidir: Common Boy’s Name in Turkey
2. Kader: Destiny or Fate
3. Kadri: Pure
4. Kahraman: Hero
5. Latafat: Elegance
6. Latifah: Elegant
7. Mustafa: Chosen One
8. Neval: New City
9. Nijaz: Wish
10. Olcay: Champion
11. Omer: Talker
12. Osmen: Walks the Right Path
13. Ozan: Storyteller or Composer
14. Rahsheda: Upright
15. Roshan: Bright Light
16. Galip: Conqueror or Winner
17. Shahinaz: Beloved
18. Silaah: Reunite
19. Songi: the Final Rose
20. Suleyman: Man of Peace
21. Tabib: Healer
22. Tanju: Blessed by God
23. Tarkan: Strong and Bold
24. Toulin: Moon’s Halo
25. Tuncay: Bronze Moon
26. Yildiz: Astronomical Star
27. Zehra: Luminous
28. Zel: Special
29. Zhumabek: Friday Minister

Dog Name Inspiration

In order to give your dog the right Turkish name, you have to observe the dog first. In the case you have a puppy, try to remember that not all of its mannerisms will stay as they mature. They will calm down and, with training, will be very well-behaved. So, don’t pick a name that might be embarrassing later on down the road.

That said, take your dog for a walk and spend some time with it. When you get to know its personality and demeanor, you’ll know which name is right. Don’t rush this step and take your time.

If you didn’t like any of the names listed here, you can always go to a post that offers Turkish baby or dog names. Unless you have a Turkish friend, then they’ll be a great resource.

Help Choosing The Right Name

Always ensure you select a name that will be short, sweet and easy for your dog to recognize. If you want to give your dog a longer name, you will have to truncate it. This will be especially true if you plan on training the dog for a specific purpose.

Also, if you find it difficult to pronounce a name, don’t choose it. It should also be simple for you to say. It is advisable that you actually select two or three names and let your dog become part of its naming process.

Simply say each name, one-by-one, aloud and see which one your dog most acquiesces to. This will be the name you should give the dog. You may have to go through this process several times, but it shouldn’t be too painstaking.

Conclusion

Turkish names are some of the most fun and easy to say. They’re also good for dogs because of how few syllables there are. Whether you have a Kangal, Anatolian Shepherd, Akbash or any of the other fantastic Turkish breeds, it has to have a Turkish name to match.

Remember to keep the name short and easy. It’s also advisable to make your newfound furry four-legged friend part of the naming process. You’ll come up with a wonderful name in no time.

Still need more ideas? You can find more information and ideas in our other dog naming guides found here.

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