Hatice
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- Name
- Hatice
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
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Hatice (Hatiçe) is a female first name that occurs in both Turkish and Kurdish and represents a form of Khadija (خديجة). In German, Hatice translates to 'the early-born,' 'the one born too early,' or simply 'the one who was born too early.'
What does the name Hatice mean?
Hatice (Hatiçe) is a form of the name Khadija (خديجة) and has both Turkish and Kurdish roots. The English translation of the name means 'the early-born,' 'the one born too early,' or 'the (female) premature birth' (in a spiritual sense). The origin of the name lies in Arabic and derives from the word khadıja, which refers to an 'early-born child.' The Arabic variants 'Khadija,' 'Hadidscha,' or 'Chadidscha' are known through the first wife of the Prophet Mohammed, who was the first woman to convert to Islam and the mother of all his children. In Turkish-speaking regions, Hatice is a highly sought-after girl's name. Other variants include Chadidscha, Chadija, Chadidja, Chadijah, Hadidscha, Khadijah, Khadidja, Kadija, and Kadidja.
Where does the name Hatice come from?
Hatice is a female first name with Arabic roots, whose meanings include 'the early-born' and 'the one born too early.'
How do you pronounce Hatice?
The pronunciation of Hatice is three syllables and softly structured. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ha-ti-dsche' [haˈtiːdʒe]. The name begins with an open breath sound, giving it a certain lightness. The long 'i' in the middle syllable ensures a clear sound. The ending '-ce' adds a modern and swinging note to the name through the soft 'dsch' sound. As a result, Hatice appears feminine, harmonious, and particularly melodic.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Hatice enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 1,107th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 1974 when it reached 173rd place. In the last ten years, Hatice has been given as a first name around 880 times, securing it 554th place in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 483rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Ati / Hacik / Hatce / Hati / Hatic / Haticem / Hatici / Hatkat / Hatsche / Hatschi / Hayce / HTC / Ti / Tice / Tici
Famous people
- Hatice Aksoy-Woinek (German writer)
- Hatice Akyün (journalist & writer)
- Hatice Aslan (Turkish actress)
- Hatice Schmidt (YouTuber)
- Hatice Tuba Büyüküstün (famous actress)
- Hatice Yildiz Levent (singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Hatice
What is the origin of the name Hatice?
Hatice is a female first name with Arabic roots, primarily prevalent in Turkish and Kurdish culture.
What does the name Hatice mean?
The name Hatice means 'the early-born' or 'the one born too early' and refers to the Arabic term 'khadīja,' which describes an early-born child.
How popular is the name Hatice?
In Turkish-speaking regions, Hatice is a highly sought-after girl's name and enjoys great popularity.