Surname · Turkish origin
Kaya
Meaning
The surname Kaya means Rock.
Origin
Turkish
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Kaya
Kaya means “rock,” suggesting strength and steadiness.
What kind of surname is Kaya?
Kaya is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Turkish naming tradition — you can read how Turkish surnames were formed on our Turkish last names page.
Other Turkish surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Kaya mean?
The surname Kaya means Rock. Kaya means “rock,” suggesting strength and steadiness.
Where does the surname Kaya come from?
Kaya is a surname of Turkish origin.
What kind of surname is Kaya?
Kaya is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other Turkish surnames?
Other Turkish surnames include Aksoy, Arslan, Aydin, Celik, Demir, Dogan.