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Sevda
Pronounced SEV-dah /ˈsɛv.də/Medium
Meaning: From Turkish/Azerbaijani sevda, 'love; passion; deep longing' (rooted in Arabic sawda). A warm, romantic name across the Turkic world.Low
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Sevda comes from Turkish/Azerbaijani sevda, 'love; passion; deep longing,' with roots in Arabic. A romantic, tender name across the Turkic world, rare in the U.S. (said 'SEV-dah').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Turkish families. Rare, romantic, and heartfelt.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Sevda mean?
Sevda is Turkish and Azerbaijani for 'love; passion; deep longing.'
How do you pronounce Sevda?
It's said SEV-dah /ˈsɛv.də/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Sevda a boy or girl name?
Sevda is a girl's name.
How popular is Sevda?
Sevda is a rare name in the U.S.