Aysel

The girl's name Aysel is often translated as 'moonbeam' or 'moon stream,' which can also be interpreted as 'radiant like the moon.' It is composed of the Turkish words ay, meaning 'moon,' and sel, meaning 'torrent' or 'stream.'

What does the name Aysel mean?

Aysel, a widely used girl's name in Turkish-speaking areas, carries the meaning 'moonbeam' or 'moon stream.' Alternatively, it can also be interpreted as 'radiant like the moon.' A prominent personality with this name is the Turkish actress and poet Aysel Gürel.

Where does the name Aysel come from?

The name Aysel has its roots in Turkish and means among other things 'radiant like the moon' or 'moon stream.'

How do you pronounce Aysel?

The pronunciation of the name Aysel is two syllables and is characterized by its distinctive sound. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Ay-sel' [ˈaɪzɛl]. The diphthong 'ay' adds a lively note to the pronunciation, while the voiced S transitions into the open second syllable with E and the L finishes softly. This gives Aysel a modern, characterful impression – clear, dynamic, and harmonious.

Popularity

In Germany, Aysel is among the sought-after first names and currently ranks 1,333rd on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2016 when it reached 986th place. In the last ten years, Aysel has been given about 200 times, placing it 1,611th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 1,666th place. In recent years, Aysel has achieved different rankings in various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Aska / Ay / Ayselina / Ayselka / Ayseluschka / Aysila / El / Sel / Sell / Selly

Similar first names

Famous people

• Aysel Ahmedova (football player from Bulgaria)
• Aysel Gürel (Turkish lyricist)
• Aysel Gürsacer (singer)
• Aysel Özakin (Turkish writer)
• Aysel Ozakin (Turkish writer)
• Aysel Teymurzadeh (Azerbaijani singer)