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Dzejlan (Džejlan) is regarded as the masculine variant of the name Dzejlana (Džejlana), a Bosnian spelling of the Turkish name Ceylan. Translated, this name means 'the Gazelle'.
What does the name Dzejlan mean?
Dzejlan (Džejlan) is regarded as the masculine form of the name Dzejlana (Džejlana), which is a Bosnian variant of the Turkish Ceylan. The name literally means 'the Gazelle'. Its roots lie in the Turkish ceylan and the Old Turkic *yegren, which means 'Antelope' and 'Gazelle'. A feminine short form is Dzejla.
Where does the name Dzejlan come from?
The name Dzejlan has Old Turkic roots and means 'the Gazelle'. The etymology refers to the Old Turkic composition ceylan or *yegren, which means 'Antelope, Gazelle'. The languages from which the name originates are Bosnian and Turkish/Old Turkic.
How do you pronounce Dzejlan?
The pronunciation of Dzejlan: The name is two syllables and phonetically flexible. In German, it is typically pronounced as 'Dzej-lan' [dʒeɪ̯lan]. The diphthong at the beginning gives the sound a noticeable inner movement, making the name appear lively. The ending '-lan' provides a soft and slightly elongated conclusion that harmoniously captures the previous movement. Overall, Dzejlan conveys a dynamic and balanced impression – agile at the beginning, then calm and stable, with a modern, flowing sound.
Popularity
Dzejlan is a rather rare name in Germany. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd on the list of the most popular masculine first names. Its highest ranking was in 2010, when it reached 2,204th place. In the last ten years, Dzejlan has been given as a first name about 30 times, placing it 4,458th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,384th.
Nicknames & pet names
Dzejdzej / Dzejlo / Dzeki / Dzeno
Frequently asked questions about the name Dzejlan
What is the origin of the name Dzejlan?
Dzejlan has Old Turkic roots and is a Bosnian variant of the Turkish name Ceylan, which means 'Gazelle'.
What does the name Dzejlan mean?
The name Dzejlan literally means 'the Gazelle' and refers to the Old Turkic terms ceylan and *yegren, which mean 'Antelope' and 'Gazelle'.
How popular is the name Dzejlan?
Dzejlan is a relatively rare name, particularly appreciated in Bosnia and among Turkish speakers, but it does not rank among the most common first names.