Sevim
Fact sheet
- Name
- Sevim
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Sevim is a female first name that carries the meanings 'the Sympathetic' or 'the Cute'. This name is derived from the Turkish adjective sevimli, which means 'cute, friendly, sympathetic'. In Turkey, Sevim is a widely used girl's name that also occurs as a surname.
What does the name Sevim mean?
The female first name Sevim stands for 'the Sympathetic' or 'the Cute' and has its roots in the Turkish adjective sevimli, which means 'cute, friendly, sympathetic'. In Turkey, Sevim is a common first name that is also used as a surname. Notable bearers include the German politician Sevim Dağdelen and the Turkish musician Sevim Tanürek.
Where does the name Sevim come from?
Sevim is a female first name with Old Turkish origins and means 'the Sympathetic' or 'the Cute'. The word is derived from sevimli, which in Turkish means 'cute, friendly, sympathetic'. The languages in which this name is prevalent are Kurdish and Turkish.
How do you pronounce Sevim?
The pronunciation of the name Sevim is two syllables and has a gentle structure. It is pronounced as 'Se-vim' [ˈzeːvɪm], with a long E sound opening the name brightly and friendly. The voiced V provides a smooth transition, and the ending '-vim' sounds calm and complete. Sevim conveys a harmonious and friendly impression - soft, present, and sonically balanced.
Popularity
In Germany, Sevim is a relatively common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most popular female first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2013, reaching 1,117th place. In the last ten years, Sevim has been chosen as a first name approximately 140 times, placing it 2,029th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,917th.
Nicknames & pet names
Sevi / Sevii / Sevmo / Sevo / Sevoosh / Sevosch
Famous people
- Sevim Burak (writer)
- Sevim Dagdelen (German politician, journalist, and translator)
- Sevim Tanürek (singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sevim
What does the name Sevim mean?
The name Sevim means 'the Sympathetic' or 'the Cute' and has its roots in the Turkish adjective sevimli, which means 'cute, friendly, sympathetic.'
Where does the name Sevim come from?
Sevim has Old Turkish origins and is used in both Turkish and Kurdish.
How popular is the name Sevim?
In Turkey, Sevim is a common first name and is frequently used, also as a surname. In Germany, it is less widespread but is carried by some prominent personalities.