Yildiz
Yildiz first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2022, when 5 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Yildiz popular?
Steady Yildiz has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2022.
| 2020s | 15 |
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Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Yildiz mean?
The Turkish word 'yildiz' ('star'). The same word was later applied (as 'Yildun') to a star in Ursa Minor, but as a given name it simply means 'star'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yildiz mean?
Yildiz means Star. The Turkish word 'yildiz' ('star'). The same word was later applied (as 'Yildun') to a star in Ursa Minor, but as a given name it simply means 'star'.
What is the origin of the name Yildiz?
Yildiz is of turkish origin.
How do you pronounce Yildiz?
Yildiz is pronounced “yil-DUZ.”
Is Yildiz a boy or a girl name?
Yildiz is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Yildiz a popular name right now?
Yildiz has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2022.
How popular is the name Yildiz?
In 2025, Yildiz ranked #17200 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Yildiz most popular?
Yildiz was most popular in 2022, when about 5 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Yildiz?
Names similar to Yildiz include Aydan, Aylin, Esmeray.
What names go well with Yildiz?
turkish names that pair well with Yildiz include Aylin, Esmeray, Aydan, Umut.