Aslı

/AHS-luh/

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Aslı is a Turkish girl's name pronounced /AHS-luh/. A beautiful name signifying someone who is genuine, authentic, and true to their roots.

Meaning of Aslı

A beautiful name signifying someone who is genuine, authentic, and true to their roots.

Aslı is a Turkish name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'asl', which translates to 'origin', 'source', or 'essence'. In Ottoman and modern Turkish contexts, it signifies authenticity, nobility, and a person who is true to their fundamental character or lineage.

Origin
Turkish
Pronunciation
/AHS-luh/

Cultural background

It is a highly popular and timeless female name in Turkey, often associated with the classic folk tale 'Kerem and Aslı'. It conveys a sense of intellectual depth and traditional values.

Variations & nicknames

  • Aslıhan
  • Aslım
  • Aslıcan
  • Asli

Famous people named Aslı

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Aslı Enver

    Popular Turkish actress known for roles in 'İstanbullu Gelin' and 'Kavak Yelleri'.

    Film · 2000s–present

  • Aslı Erdoğan

    Award-winning novelist, human rights activist, and physicist.

    Literature · 1990s–present

  • Aslı Çakır Alptekin

    Retired middle-distance runner who competed in the Olympics.

    Sport · 2000s–2010s

  • Aslı Tandoğan

    Prominent actress known for her role in the series 'Dudaktan Kalbe'.

    Film · 2000s–present

  • Aslı

    The female protagonist in the 16th-century folk tragedy 'Kerem and Aslı'.

    Literature · 16th century

Frequently asked about Aslı

What does Aslı mean?
Aslı means 'genuine', 'authentic', 'original', or 'true to one's roots'.
How do you pronounce Aslı?
It is pronounced 'Ah-sluh', where the 'ı' is a back close unrounded vowel, similar to the 'a' in 'coda' or the 'e' in 'taken'.
Is Aslı a boy or girl name?
Aslı is strictly a feminine name in Turkey and other Turkic-speaking regions.
What is the origin of the name Aslı?
The name has Arabic roots ('asl') but is predominantly used within Turkish culture and literature.

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