Yilmaz
The origin of the surname Yilmaz
Yılmaz, Turkey’s most common surname, means “dauntless” or “one who never gives up.”
What kind of surname is Yilmaz?
Yilmaz 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.
Variants & spellings of Yilmaz
You may also see this surname written as:
- Yılmaz
Other Turkish surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Yilmaz mean?
The surname Yilmaz means Dauntless, undaunted. Yılmaz, Turkey’s most common surname, means “dauntless” or “one who never gives up.”
Where does the surname Yilmaz come from?
Yilmaz is a surname of Turkish origin.
What kind of surname is Yilmaz?
Yilmaz is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Yilmaz?
Variant spellings of Yilmaz include Yılmaz.
What are other Turkish surnames?
Other Turkish surnames include Aksoy, Arslan, Aydin, Celik, Demir, Dogan.